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Bodies of five climbers found on Russia’s highest mountain
The Guardian • • world
Key Points:
- Russian authorities have recovered the bodies of five foreign climbers, believed to be Bosnian, on Mount Elbrus after a group of seven went missing due to severe weather conditions.
- The group reportedly strayed from their route on July 24 amid rapidly deteriorating weather, resulting in two climbers falling ill and dying at an altitude of 5,100 meters.
- Rescuers found one surviving climber and the bodies of three others, while two bodies had been previously recovered, with ongoing efforts complicated by strong winds.
- Bosnia’s foreign minister confirmed the deaths and described the incident as a major tragedy, noting that the climbers were residents of Zenica, including a married couple and a local hospital doctor.
- Mount Elbrus, Russia’s highest peak at 5,642 meters, is known for sudden weather changes that pose significant risks to climbers.
