Protesters From Indigenous Communities Surround UN Climate Talks in Paris, Blocking Access to Summit Venue.
A group of indigenous activists has occupied the main entrance of the venue hosting the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (Cop30) in Paris, France. The protesters, who claim their rights and lands are being ignored by the international community's climate agenda, have set up a makeshift camp and refuse to let anyone enter or leave.
The demonstrators, from various indigenous groups worldwide, have been vocal about their concerns that the UN's efforts to address climate change do not prioritize their needs or perspectives. They argue that their lands, resources, and cultures are being threatened by climate-related disasters and human activities that exacerbate global warming.
According to witnesses, the protesters have been armed with drums, megaphones, and banners, which they used to express their demands during a tense standoff with French authorities. The protesters' slogan echoed through the streets: "We will not be silenced." As the standoff continued, it was unclear when or if the activists would be forced to vacate the premises.
The occupation has drawn international attention, with many human rights groups and environmental organizations praising the indigenous activists for taking a stand against what they see as a climate justice crisis. The UN Cop30 summit is set to begin later today, with world leaders and experts converging on Paris to discuss strategies for mitigating climate change.
A group of indigenous activists has occupied the main entrance of the venue hosting the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (Cop30) in Paris, France. The protesters, who claim their rights and lands are being ignored by the international community's climate agenda, have set up a makeshift camp and refuse to let anyone enter or leave.
The demonstrators, from various indigenous groups worldwide, have been vocal about their concerns that the UN's efforts to address climate change do not prioritize their needs or perspectives. They argue that their lands, resources, and cultures are being threatened by climate-related disasters and human activities that exacerbate global warming.
According to witnesses, the protesters have been armed with drums, megaphones, and banners, which they used to express their demands during a tense standoff with French authorities. The protesters' slogan echoed through the streets: "We will not be silenced." As the standoff continued, it was unclear when or if the activists would be forced to vacate the premises.
The occupation has drawn international attention, with many human rights groups and environmental organizations praising the indigenous activists for taking a stand against what they see as a climate justice crisis. The UN Cop30 summit is set to begin later today, with world leaders and experts converging on Paris to discuss strategies for mitigating climate change.
I mean, can't we all just sit down together? These indigenous communities are speaking truth to power about the impact of climate change on their lands and way of life, and yet there's this resistance from the authorities. It feels like they're trying to silence them instead of listening. 
I don't have all the answers, but it feels like we need to find a middle ground here... 
. These indigenous communities have been fighting for their rights and lands for so long, and now they're being completely ignored by the global community. Climate change is a real issue, but what's even more pressing is the impact it has on native populations who are already struggling to survive.
. These activists aren't asking for much – they want their voices to be heard and their concerns to be taken seriously. But all we hear from world leaders is more of the same old promises and platitudes 
. The fact that they're taking matters into their own hands is a testament to how desperate they've become.
. It's not – it's a human rights crisis, plain and simple. We need to be listening to these activists and supporting them in every way possible 
. Anything less is just unacceptable 
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the cop30 is already starting lol how's this supposed to work? the protesters are literally saying "we will not be silenced" but then you gotta wonder who's really in charge here 
like, I get it they're upset, but isn't there a way to express themselves without taking over an entire venue? 
. I mean, I get it, the indigenous communities are being super passionate and rightfully so 
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... I'm all for raising awareness and demanding action from world leaders 
but isn't there a better way to do that without causing chaos in the city? 
also, what's with the "we will not be silenced" slogan? are they trying to provoke the authorities or is it just a genuine expression of frustration? 
u guys gotta chill out rn, like seriously these indigenous folks have been fighting climate change issues for yrs & their concerns r valid 
. can't we all just get along & work towards a solution? 
I'm so inspired by these indigenous activists! They're standing up for their rights & lands which are being totally ignored in the climate talks 
Their demands are valid & we gotta listen to them because they're the ones who are gonna be most affected by climate change 
I wish more people would take a stand like this, it's time for us to wake up & think about the world we're leaving behind for future gen's