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Khamenei Accuses Trump of Stoking Deadly Unrest in Iran

A demonstrator holds the burning head of an effigy depicting US President Donald Trump during a protest against the US. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has intensified his criticism of the United States, directly accusing President Donald Trump of encouraging the wave of protests that has shaken the country. The demonstrations, which began as economic grievances, quickly expanded into broader political unrest and were met with a forceful response from Iranian security forces. Khamenei framed the turmoil as part of a foreign-backed effort to destabilize the Islamic Republic, arguing that Washington — and Trump personally — sought to inflame tensions and undermine Iran’s stability. Trump had publicly expressed support for the protesters and warned Iran against harsh reprisals, comments that Tehran dismissed as interference. While Iranian leaders attribute the unrest to outside influence, many demonstrators point to long-standing domestic frustrations, including economic h...

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Top Polluting Cities Revealed at COP29 Amid Growing Frustration Over Fossil Fuels

 

At the COP29 summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, new data has highlighted the world’s most polluting cities, sparking increased frustration over the persistent presence of fossil fuels. According to Climate Trace, a database co-founded by former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, cities in Asia and the United States are the largest emitters of greenhouse gases.

Shanghai tops the list, emitting 256 million metric tons of greenhouse gases annually, followed closely by Tokyo with 250 million metric tons. New York City and Houston also rank high, with emissions of 160 million and 150 million metric tons, respectively. These figures are staggering, considering that some of these cities’ emissions surpass those of entire countries like Colombia and Norway.

The data, which combines satellite and ground observations with artificial intelligence, underscores the urgent need for effective climate action. Activists and climate officials at the summit expressed their frustration with the slow progress in reducing fossil fuel use and the influence of fossil fuel companies on climate policies.

As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, the revelations at COP29 serve as a stark reminder of the critical need for global cooperation and decisive action to curb emissions and transition to sustainable energy sources.


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