Saudi Arabia and Russia led efforts to exclude critical language on fossil fuel transition from a UN resolution, stymieing global action on climate change despite scientific consensus.
The controversy illustrates how countries with vested fossil fuel interests can obstruct diplomatic progress, even when there's overwhelming scientific evidence of the urgency to reduce fossil fuel reliance.
The General Assembly resolution may not be binding, but the omission of such key language represents a broader strategy to dilute international environmental commitments.
By failing to include essential commitments to phase out fossil fuels, these countries undermine efforts made during last year's COP28 climate talks, putting future generations at risk.
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