Climber Takes Gaza Kids’ Wishes to the Highest Peak

A 56‑year‑old climber, hailing from Jordan and Palestine, is scaling Mount Everest while towing a kite emblazoned with the Palestinian flag.
The kite carries handwritten notes from children of Gaza—messages that blend hope and grief, written in the wake of a war that has claimed over 72,000 lives since October 2023.

The Human Story Behind the Kite

• Origin: Born in Kuwait, raised in a refugee camp, worked at a hotel in Edinburgh.
• Inspiration: A dream of standing on Everest’s peak and reciting the Islamic call to prayer sparked his mountaineering journey.
• Achievements: First reached Everest in 2008, then conquered the world’s highest peaks on every continent—earning the title Explorer’s Grand Slam.

Messages from Gaza

• Munira’s plea: “Write 47 on it” – a number representing all family members she lost.
• Dreams: Wishes to become doctors or engineers, aiming to rebuild a shattered future.
• Tone: Simple yet powerful; a call for education, homes, and safety.

Goals of the Expedition

Beyond the Peak

The climber envisions a day when Palestine is free, its people can travel safely, and the world listens to those silenced by conflict.
His climb is not merely a personal triumph; it’s a statement that the world must hear.