"The economic costs of this illegal, unjust, and unpopular war are mounting alongside the heartbreaking human costs - including troops lost and thousands killed throughout Iran and Lebanon."
"The first two weeks of Operation Epic Fury alone emitted 5 million tons of carbon dioxide - equivalent to the 84 lowest-emitting countries combined."
"Governments will gather in Santa Marta for the first-ever global diplomatic conference explicitly focused on transitioning away from fossil fuels."
"International climate negotiations centered on the United Nations process have failed to move us meaningfully closer to a just transition by refusing to confront fossil fuels."
The ongoing U.S. and Israeli war on Iran is deeply intertwined with fossil fuel issues, particularly affecting the Strait of Hormuz and global oil supply. The war has resulted in significant economic and human costs, including troop losses and civilian casualties. Additionally, the environmental impact is severe, with Operation Epic Fury emitting 5 million tons of carbon dioxide in just two weeks. A pivotal moment arises with the upcoming Conference to End Fossil Fuels in Santa Marta, Colombia, aiming to address fossil fuel dependency directly and promote a just transition.
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