A lady who is attempting to become the first Emirati woman to summit Mount Everest will travel from Dubai to Kathmandu on Monday to start her mission.
Khadija Mohammed Turki decided to take on the mammoth task after climbing to the mountain's base camp in April 2018.
She spoke exclusively to Off Script on talk radio station Dubai Eye 103.8.
Khadija was joined by her guide for the mission, Jordanian Mountaineer Mostafa Salameh.
Her endeavor is being supported by UAE company, Dubai Holding.
Brand Dubai to organise 'Al Etihad Parade'
Dubai is gearing up to host the 'Al Etihad Parade' on December 2 to mark the 54th Eid Al Etihad.
UAE approves over AED 2.5 billion in housing support for citizens
The UAE Cabinet, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has approved 3,567 housing decisions for Emirati citizens in 2025, valued at more than AED 2.54 billion.
Turkey denies allegations of UAE links in Istanbul espionage
Turkey has refuted allegations, circulating on social media, of the UAE's involvement in unlawful espionage activity in Istanbul, with the Turkish Attorney General describing it as "categorically false".
UAE celebrates its workforce in Eid Al Etihad festivities
More than 30 locations across the UAE are hosting special events for workers during the 54th Eid Al Etihad holiday, under the theme 'Our Workers' Happiness in Our Union's Celebration'.
Dubai announces free public parking during Eid Al Etihad holidays
Parking will be free across most public spaces in Dubai during the upcoming Eid Al Etihad holidays.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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