What's happened
Multiple fatal accidents on treacherous mountains in Mexico, Pakistan, and Scotland
Why it matters
The accidents highlight the dangers of mountaineering and the challenges of rescue operations in remote and hazardous environments.
What the papers say
The Independent emphasizes the fatal accidents on treacherous mountains, while AP News provides additional details about the accidents on Pico de Orizaba and K2. The Times and Metro focus on the controversy surrounding the response to a dying climber on K2.
How we got here
The incidents occurred on Pico de Orizaba in Mexico, K2 in Pakistan, and Aonach Eagach in Scotland, highlighting the risks associated with mountaineering.
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