U.S. ATACMS for Ukraine, COP29 Wraps Up, Cease-Fire Negotiations in Lebanon, and More

The White House authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-made, long-range army tactical missile systems (ATACMS) missiles to hit targets within Russian territory; the UN climate change conference (COP29) wraps up in Baku, Azerbaijan, where progress on climate finance has been notably slow; negotiations for a cease-fire continues in the Middle East, with hopes for an agreement between Israel and Hezbollah; and thousands protest for Māori rights throughout New Zealand.

 

Mentioned on the Podcast

 

Clara Fong, “Understanding the Global Push for Climate Finance,” CFR.org

 

“Māori Lawmakers Perform a Haka to Protest against Indigenous Treaty Bill,” NBC News

 

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