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Five Bosnian climbers died after a violent storm caught them off-route on Russia's Mount Elbrus

Five climbers from Bosnia and Herzegovina died after a violent storm caught them while descending from the summit of Mount Elbrus, Europe's highest peak. The group of seven, primarily from the town of Zenica, included a female doctor and two married couples. According to the local prosecutor's office, the group strayed from the route during a whiteout caused by rapidly deteriorating weather conditions. Expedition leader Haris Adilovic managed to descend and request help, while another member, Kemal Vidimlic, was rescued after descending as far as his strength allowed. Authorities confirmed that two members of be fell ill and perished at high altitude, while rescuers eventually located the bodies of three others. Bosnia's foreign minister, Elmedin Konakovic, described the deaths as a major tragedy. Mount Elbrus is known for its hazardous conditions and sudden weather changes, which often trap climbers who lose geographical references in blizzards.

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