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Global Conference to Address Fossil Fuels Amid Iran War

4/20/2026

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A conference on phasing out fossil fuels will be held in Santa Marta, Colombia, on April 28-29, with over 50 nations attending.
The event aims to address energy security amid the ongoing Iran war, its impact on fuel supplies, and the absence of major producers like the United States and China.
Colombia's Environment Minister Irene Velez Torres emphasized including producer countries in discussions.

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A conference on phasing out fossil fuels will be held in Santa Marta, Colombia, on April 28-29, with over 50 nations attending.
The event aims to address energy security amid the ongoing Iran war, its impact on fuel supplies, and the absence of major producers like the United States and China.
Colombia's Environment Minister Irene Velez Torres emphasized including producer countries in discussions.