'Spider-Man of Yemen' dies after fall into volcanic crater

By euronews Published on 15/06/2026 - 21:26 GMT+2 Share Comments Add Euronews on Google Share Facebook Twitter Flipboard Send Reddit Linkedin Messenger Telegram VK Bluesky Threads Whatsapp Copy/paste the article video embed link below: Copied A Yemeni adventurer known online as the “Spider-Man of Yemen” died after falling into a volcanic crater while attempting a climb without safety equipment. A Yemeni adventurer known on social media as the “Spider-Man of Yemen” has died after falling into a volcanic crater while attempting a dangerous climb, authorities said. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar, 30, was scaling the steep rock walls of the Hardah Dam volcanic crater in Yemen's southern Dhale province when he lost his grip and fell into the crater. According to Yemen's Civil Defense Authority, Antar was climbing without safety equipment. Rescue teams, including divers and water rescue specialists, were deployed to the site after the incident. Authorities said Antar's body was located about 30 metres below the surface of the crater's lake and recovered during a complex operation that lasted around four hours. Video released by the Civil Defense Authority showed rescuers descending into the crater using ropes and a metal rescue cage to retrieve the body. Antar had built a large following online through videos showing him climbing cliffs and rugged mountain terrain across Yemen, often without protective gear. His daring stunts earned him the nickname “Spider-Man of Yemen,” and many of his videos attracted widespread attention on social media. Following the accident, Yemen's Civil Defense Authority urged climbers and adventure enthusiasts to follow safety procedures and use proper protective equipment to avoid similar tragedies. Go to accessibility shortcuts Share Comments Add Euronews on Google Read more Houthis join Iran war fight, threatening Red Sea shipping amid Hormuz closure World Food Programme terminates all staff contracts in rebel-held Yemen, UN says Five people killed and two injured after gunmen attack Yemeni official's motorcade Volcanoes Yemen Accident