Fire halts COP30 talks amid stalled negotiations.

A fire at COP30 in Belem forced evacuations and delayed climate talks, with 13 people treated for smoke inhalation. The disruption came as negotiators struggled to finalize a draft agreement on finance, fossil fuel cuts, and trade, leaving little time before the scheduled end. Observers warned the setback could weaken outcomes, while U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres urged compromise and increased aid for poorer nations. Despite calls for unity, deep divisions remain over phasing out fossil fuels and delivering promised financial support.

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