Iran Conflict Cuts Global Carbon Emissions, First Drop Since 2020

Global carbon emissions fell for the first time since 2020, driven by the Iran war's disruption to energy use and economic activity. Researchers caution the decline may be temporary as post-conflict recovery could reverse it. The drop highlights the tension between geopolitical shocks and climate goals.

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