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Seven Italian Climbers Missing Amid Deadly Nepal Avalanche

11/8/2025

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Seven Italian climbers are missing in Nepal after heavy snowstorms and avalanches that have killed at least nine people, with unseasonal conditions linked to Cyclone Montha.
An avalanche struck a base camp on Mount Yalung Ri, killing three Italian climbers.
Italy’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports ongoing communication challenges between local authorities and rescue teams.
A French survivor recounted escaping the avalanche that claimed her husband’s life.

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Seven Italian climbers are missing in Nepal after heavy snowstorms and avalanches that have killed at least nine people, with unseasonal conditions linked to Cyclone Montha.
An avalanche struck a base camp on Mount Yalung Ri, killing three Italian climbers.
Italy’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports ongoing communication challenges between local authorities and rescue teams.
A French survivor recounted escaping the avalanche that claimed her husband’s life.