Lebanese Ski Champion Noor Kiroz Sparks Debate with Video of Skiing with Child
In a video that has gone viral over the past two days, a skier in Lebanon's Cedars region is seen skiing while carrying her child on her back, prompting significant debate.
The clip has divided opinions:
Some viewers praised her courage and skill, while others expressed concerns about the safety risks posed to the child.
It was later revealed that the skier is Noor Kiroz, Lebanon's ski champion from 2018.
In a television interview this morning, Noor explained that the moment was spontaneous and that she often takes her child skiing to introduce him to the sport from a young age, emphasizing that they both enjoy these snowy outings.
Addressing the criticism, Noor acknowledged the concerns of some, particularly those unfamiliar with skiing, but emphasized that no one is more vigilant about her child's safety than she is, assuring that she would never put him in harm's way.
She added that her child was secured in a child-specific backpack and that she took all necessary precautions to ensure his safety, even in the event of a fall.
This incident coincides with a severe storm in Lebanon, bringing heavy rains and snowfall to the mountains, making the skiing images even more captivating and widely shared on social media.
