Brazil’s Lula faces obstacles in push for agreement at climate summit

Heavy rain and intense heat have disrupted the annual United Nations climate conference taking place in Belém, Brazil. These weather conditions have posed challenges for the event, highlighting the unpredictable nature of climate-related discussions.

Pras Michel, a Grammy-winning rapper from the Fugees, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for making illegal donations to support Barack Obama's presidential campaign. The Justice Department accused Michel of betraying his country for financial gain.

A Ukrainian MP has released the full text of a draft proposal indicating that the US has offered Russia 'generous terms' in negotiations concerning Ukraine. This proposal reportedly includes significant territorial concessions from Ukraine, raising concerns about the implications for the country's sovereignty and military capabilities.

At the COP30 climate summit in Brazil, a coalition of at least 29 countries has threatened to block any resolution that does not include a roadmap for phasing out fossil fuels. This escalation follows Brazil's plans to drop such a roadmap amid opposition from petro-states. The situation has intensified as negotiations are set to continue into the weekend.

A US judge has ordered the end of President Trump's deployment of troops in Washington, DC, following widespread legal challenges and public concern regarding the controversial military presence in US cities. This decision reflects ongoing tensions surrounding the use of military forces in domestic situations.

A fire at the U.N. climate talks in Brazil has led to evacuations on the penultimate day of the conference. Thirteen individuals suffered from smoke inhalation as officials managed the emergency situation. The cause of the fire remains unknown.

Key events from day 1,366 of Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine are reported, highlighting the continued military actions and diplomatic efforts between the two nations. The conflict, which has persisted for nearly four years, remains a focal point of international attention.

A fire broke out at the COP30 summit venue in Brazil on Thursday, damaging part of the roof and leading to a chaotic evacuation as negotiations reached a critical stage. The incident occurred at the Belem site, marking the third major disruption following Indigenous protests that had previously stormed and blockaded the venue.