Wisma Putra confirms death of Malaysian scaling Europe’s highest peak in Russia
The Malaysian Foreign Ministry has confirmed that a Malaysian citizen died while climbing Mount Elbrus in Russia. The embassy is currently coordinating with local authorities and the family to provide consular assistance.
Why it matters
This is a tragic event involving international travel and mountaineering safety, requiring diplomatic intervention.
PUTRAJAYA, July 13 — A Malaysian died while climbing Mount Elbrus in Russia on Saturday (July 11), the Foreign Ministry confirmed.
In a statement on Sunday, the ministry, also known as Wisma Putra, said the deceased was among three Malaysians taking part in a Mount Elbrus climbing expedition organised by a local operator.
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