Controversy Surrounds Western Climbers' Alleged Abandonment on Record-breaking K2 Summit
An investigation has been launched into the death of a Pakistani porter near the summit of K2, the world's second-highest peak, following allegations that climbers passed him after he was gravely injured in a fall. Norwegian climber Kristin Harila, who set a record by becoming the world's fastest climber, rejected responsibility for the porter's death. Drone footage reviewed by climbers showed dozens of climbers passing the injured porter instead of attempting a rescue. An investigation is underway, and allegations of a lack of rescue operation and a double standard have been raised.