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Azerbaijan's President Aliyev Defends Fossil Fuel Use at COP29 Amid Criticism
Azerbaijan's President claims oil and gas are 'gifts from God' at COP29 as global leaders express concerns over climate commitment.
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At COP29 in Baku, President Aliyev defended Azerbaijan's fossil fuel production, claiming oil and gas are divine gifts, amid criticisms over the country's human rights record and climate action. UN Secretary-General Guterres emphasized the urgent need for financing climate adaptation for developing nations. The summit faced skepticism with major leaders absent, raising doubts about future climate collaboration as global temperatures rise.
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