Pakistani rescuers recover 3 bodies of 10 climbers missing on Broad Peak after avalanche

Published Jul 31, 04:39 PM UTC

Pakistani rescuers have recovered three bodies from the 10 climbers missing on Broad Peak in the Karakoram range following a devastating avalanche. The missing climbers include famed mountaineer Nirmal Purja, known for his record-breaking ascents. A total of four bodies have been recovered so far, including an American climber. The avalanche struck a group of climbers on the mountain, triggering a large-scale search and rescue operation. The incident has also shocked teams on nearby K2, who have aborted their summit pushes in solidarity. The search for the remaining missing climbers continues amid difficult weather and terrain conditions.