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title: "Interview with River Ahmad: First Afghan Woman to Summit Everest"
url: "https://climbingbrowser.com/news/1153"
date: "2026-06-23"
source: "Climbing Magazine"
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# Interview with River Ahmad: First Afghan Woman to Summit Everest

- **Source:** Climbing Magazine
- **Original story:** https://www.climbing.com/news/an-interview-with-river-ahmad-the-first-afghan-woman-to-summit-everest/

## Summary

In an inspiring interview, River Ahmad shares her journey as the first Afghan woman to summit Everest. Her story of perseverance and determination is a beacon of hope for climbers everywhere.


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