Two Russian climbers injured on Gasherbrum in Pakistan reached a hospital in Peshawar on Thursday after being stranded for a week. The pair, part of a five-member team, attempted to retrieve the body of a fellow climber who perished last year. Their mission was halted when they were struck by a pile of ice on Friday.
Rescuers initially airlifted two climbers on Monday, but complications including poor weather kept the remaining two stuck at base camp until Wednesday. Akhtar Hussain, a police official in Skardu, confirmed the climbers are stable and receiving treatment after being brought to a hospital via ambulance on Thursday. The Alpine Club of Pakistan's secretary, Karrar Haidri, noted that search efforts for the fifth climber, presumed dead, have been halted.
Hussain said they expressed sadness over the loss of their fellow climber, but also thanks the Pakistani rescuers and army's efforts. Their injuries were relatively minor; one needed minimal care, while the other suffered bruises. Climbers undertaking such endeavors in Pakistan face significant risks, with frequent accidents due to avalanches and sudden weather changes. (This story was generated by Newser's AI chatbot. Source: the AP)
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