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Greta Thunberg calls to fight the “true enemy” of the climate in London trial
Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg called on Thursday to identify the “true enemy” of the environment as the first day of her trial in London for “disorderly conduct” during an October protest concluded.
“Environmental activists are being prosecuted around the world for acting according to their conscience. We must remember who the real enemy is,” said the 21-year-old Thunberg, leaving Westminster Magistrates’ Court in the UK’s capital.
During the hearing, the first of a two-day trial, the prosecutor argued that Thunberg disobeyed the order not to block the street where a protest against the Energy Intelligence Forum was taking place in the upscale Mayfair district, attended by executives of major gas and oil companies.
Thunberg “said she was staying where she was, and that’s why she was arrested,” explained prosecutor Luke Staton.
The environmental activist had pleaded not guilty during an initial appearance in November before another London court.
Thunberg, who gained global prominence with her “school strikes for climate,” which began when she was 15, faces a fine of up to £2,500 ($3,172) for the charges against her.
A total of 26 people are being prosecuted for the same reason.
Thunberg, dressed in a gray T-shirt and black pants, did not hide a mocking smile when prosecutor Staton explained that the defendants had protested while key players in the oil and gas sector were going to “discuss and debate” how to develop “sustainable solutions” for energy.
- “Fossil-Free London” –
Upon arrival at the court, the prosecuted activists were greeted by supporters of environmental organizations, who cheered for Thunberg, carrying signs with slogans such as “Fossil-Free London” or “Climate protest is not a crime.”
Maja Darlington, a member of Greenpeace UK, said the activists were being judged “for peacefully protesting” while oil executives were “celebrating making billions from selling fossil fuels that destroy the climate.”
“Behind these closed doors (…), unscrupulous politicians make deals and pacts with lobbyists from the destructive fossil fuel sector,” said Greta Thunberg on October 17, before being arrested and taken away in a police van.
The young activist, released under judicial supervision, participated the next day in another protest outside the same hotel.
On that occasion, activists greeted conference attendees with shouts of “Shame!” and signs criticizing the authorization to exploit the controversial Rosebank oilfield in the North Sea.
- “Contradictory Messages” –
Since then, the British government has granted numerous new permits for oil and gas exploration to strengthen the country’s energy independence, a priority for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s conservative government.
The independent body responsible for advising the government on its climate strategy expressed concern on Monday that the UK is sending “contradictory messages” that may overshadow its international influence on the matter.
Several measures by the British government have sparked outrage among environmental organizations, leading to legal challenges and increased actions, such as the Just Stop Oil movement, whose activists often organize peaceful marches in London.
The government has toughened legislation to prevent their actions.
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Trump floats Vance-Rubio potential Republican ticket for 2028 election
U.S. President Donald Trump suggested on Monday that Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubiocould potentially form a Republican presidential ticket for the 2028 elections.
Speaking during a dinner with law enforcement officials as part of National Police Week, Trump publicly praised both officials and said they could make “an ideal team” for the next presidential race.
“Who likes JD Vance? Who likes Marco Rubio?” Trump asked attendees before adding that the pair “sound like a good combination.”
The president highlighted his vice president’s performance in office, stating that their current partnership has been highly effective. “JD is perfect, that has been a perfect formula,” Trump told reporters later.
He further suggested that a Vance-Rubio pairing could represent a strong presidential and vice-presidential ticket, although he stopped short of offering any formal endorsement.
“I think it sounds like a presidential candidate and a vice-presidential candidate,” he said, while clarifying that his remarks should not be interpreted as an official backing of any future campaign.
So far, neither Vance nor Rubio has publicly confirmed any intention to run in the 2028 presidential election.
Rubio previously sought the Republican nomination in 2016 but withdrew after losing the primary race to Trump. Later, in a December 2025 interview with Vanity Fair, he said he would be among the first to support Vance if he decided to run for the White House.
Vance, meanwhile, has recently dismissed speculation of any political rivalry with Rubio amid growing discussion about potential future GOP leadership.
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Russia Accuses Ukraine of Violating Victory Day Truce
Russia accused Ukraine on Saturday of violating a Victory Day truce that was reportedly agreed with mediation from the United States, claiming that Ukrainian forces carried out attacks on Russian territory as well as on the annexed Crimean peninsula.
Despite the declared ceasefire, the Russian Ministry of Defense said in a statement that Ukrainian forces attacked Russian military positions using attack drones and artillery.
According to the ministry, Ukrainian forces made twelve attempts to advance toward Russian-held positions across several sectors of the front line.
It also alleged that Ukrainian strikes targeted civilian infrastructure in Crimea, several border regions, the Caucasus, and other areas including Moscow and Perm in the Ural region.
The Defense Ministry estimated around 8,900 violations of the ceasefire in total, including more than 7,000 drone attacks and over 1,000 strikes involving tanks, artillery, multiple rocket launch systems, and mortars since the truce came into effect at midnight.
Russia said its forces responded “symmetrically” to what it described as violations by Ukrainian troops.
Earlier, the Kremlin denied claims that Ukraine attempted to sabotage a military parade in Red Square marking the 81st anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.
“No attempts were made. Everything went well,” Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told local media.
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Trump Says U.S.-Iran Talks Progressing, Signals Possible Deal on Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that Washington is holding “very good” talks with Iran and stated that there is a strong possibility of reaching an agreement to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
“We’ve had very good conversations over the last 44 hours, and it’s very possible that we’ll reach an agreement,” Trump said during an event held in the Oval Office at the White House.
The president’s remarks came just hours after he announced a temporary suspension of the military operation aimed at escorting vessels stranded in the Persian Gulf due to Iran’s blockade of the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Trump explained that the pause in operations is intended to facilitate diplomatic negotiations between both sides and prevent further military escalation in the region.
“We’re in good shape, and right now things are going well. Now we have to achieve what we need to achieve. If we don’t, we’ll have to go much further,” the Republican president warned.
In a post published on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump reiterated that if Iran accepts Washington’s proposed conditions, military operations and the naval blockade affecting the Islamic republic would come to an end.
However, he also issued a new warning to the Iranian government, stating that the United States would respond with attacks “of greater intensity” if Tehran rejects the agreement promoted by the White House.
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