# Leaders gather for COP31 climate talks after a year of disasters and energy shocks

https://mins.news/en/video/131953

- The Associated Press, 2026-11-06 03:00 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rapm9_yG1Vc

> As United Nations climate talks approach in Turkey, climate change is intensifying while international conflicts have shaken livelihoods and economies. Scientists warn that global warming is accelerating, with deadly disasters hitting Europe and Nepal this year. The world still relies on fossil fuels despite the growth of cheaper, cleaner renewable energy.

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