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.
UAE intercepts 11 ballistic missiles, 27 drones on Monday
UAE air defences intercepted 11 ballistic missiles and 27 drones launched from Iran on Monday, the Ministry of Defence said.
UAE 'will emerge stronger' says H.H. Sheikh Mohammed, Cabinet approves new strategies
A cabinet meeting, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Sunday approved a series of national strategies to strengthen the country's resilience.
UAE President and US Senator discuss regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a virtual meeting with US Senator Joni Ernst to discuss UAE–US strategic cooperation and their shared commitment to strengthening ties.
Safety remains priority as UAE universities begin gradual return to campus
Higher education institutions in the UAE will begin a phased return to on-campus learning from Monday, under issued guidance, with the authority offering the option while keeping the safety of the students, faculty, and staff as its top priority.
Sheikh Abdullah condemns attacks on civilian infrastructure in region
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has strongly condemned attacks on civilian infrastructure in the region.
UAE responds to further missile, drone threats on Sunday
The UAE announced it is continuing to respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, with a further alert issued by the National Emergency and Crisis Management Authority (NCEMA) on its official channel on Sunday at 3:23 p.m.
16 ballistic missiles, 42 drones intercepted on Sunday
UAE air defences intercepted 16 ballistic missiles and 42 drones launched from Iran on Sunday, the Ministry of Defence (MOD) said, adding they've engaged 414 ballistic missiles, 15 cruise missiles and 1,914 UAVs since the start of the attacks.
Dubai Police issues 720 certificates for weather-affected vehicles
Dubai Police has issued 720 “To Whom It May Concern” certificates for vehicles affected by adverse weather conditions across the UAE, following requests submitted by affected vehicle owners since Monday.
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