Thousands march in indigenous-led protests outside COP30 summit

France 24Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 5:02:05 PM
Thousands march in indigenous-led protests outside COP30 summit
The recent protests in Belem, Brazil, during the COP30 summit, saw thousands of participants calling for urgent climate action, echoing sentiments from similar events worldwide. The 'Great People’s March' featured indigenous chants and a symbolic funeral for fossil fuels, highlighting the growing frustration towards governmental inaction and the fossil fuel industry. This aligns with broader movements advocating for environmental justice, as seen in related coverage, which emphasizes the need for robust conservation policies and a shift towards sustainable practices to combat ecological threats.
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