Climate Events Fight for Attention Amid Global Conflicts
This week major climate events in Bonn and London were held as military conflicts escalated across the Middle East. Today's newsletter looks at how delegates maintained focus on the continuing threat of global warming amid wars and other geopolitical distractions. For unlimited access to climate and energy news, please subscribe.
By John Ainger
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