TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026|No. 15148

Kyrgyzstan · Belarus

Search Underway for Missing Mountaineers in Kyrgyzstan, Including Two Belarusians

A search operation has been launched in Kyrgyzstan for a group of three mountaineers, two of whom are Belarusian citizens, after they lost contact during an ascent of Mount Kurumdy.

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Mount Kurumdy in Kyrgyzstan, the site of a missing mountaineers search.

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Search underway for mountain climbers in Kyrgyzstan, including two Belarusians

MINSK, 8 August (BelTA) – A search is underway in Kyrgyzstan for a group of mountaineers including two Belarusians after they stopped making contact, the Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs told BelTA.

In Kyrgyzstan a group of three mountaineers, two of whom are citizens of Belarus, stopped making contact after ascending Mount Kurumdy (Pamir-Alay and Zaalay (Chon-Alay) ridge along the Northern Ridge).

Search operations are in progress. The Embassy of Belarus in Kyrgyzstan is in constant contact with the local authorities and relatives of the missing Belarusians.

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A dedicated search and rescue operation is actively underway in Kyrgyzstan, demonstrating a swift response to a concerning situation. The Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that two of their citizens are among a group of three mountaineers who have ceased communication while attempting to summit Mount Kurumdy. The Embassy of Belarus in Kyrgyzstan is working closely with local authorities and the families of the missing individuals, ensuring a coordinated and supportive effort during this challenging time. This collaborative approach highlights the commitment to the safety and well-being of all climbers in the region.

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A search operation is currently in progress in Kyrgyzstan for a group of three mountaineers, including two Belarusian nationals, who have lost contact. The group was ascending Mount Kurumdy, located in the Pamir-Alay and Zaalay (Chon-Alay) ridge along the Northern Ridge. The Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that contact was lost after the ascent began. The Belarusian Embassy in Kyrgyzstan is maintaining communication with local authorities and the relatives of the missing climbers.

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A concerning situation has developed in Kyrgyzstan's mountainous terrain, where a group of three climbers, including two Belarusians, has gone missing. They reportedly stopped making contact after beginning their ascent of Mount Kurumdy. The lack of communication raises serious questions about the safety protocols and preparedness of the expedition. While a search is underway, the extended silence from the group and the challenging environment of the Pamir-Alay and Zaalay ridges cast a grim shadow over their prospects. The Belarusian Embassy's involvement underscores the gravity of the situation and the potential for a tragic outcome.

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A search operation is currently in progress in Kyrgyzstan for a group of three mountaineers, including two Belarusian nationals, who have lost contact. The group was ascending Mount Kurumdy, located in the Pamir-Alay and Zaalay (Chon-Alay) ridge along the Northern Ridge. The Belarusian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that contact was lost after the ascent began. The Belarusian Embassy in Kyrgyzstan is maintaining communication with local authorities and the relatives of the missing climbers.

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