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Trump-Iran War Sparks Colombia Summit, 60 Nations Shift to Renewables

5/9/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s war against Iran has created an oil supply crisis, prompting 60 nations to meet in Colombia to plan renewable transitions.
An analyst says President Donald Trump’s anti-green rhetoric is accelerating a shift to wind and solar as nations seek energy security amid the Iran conflict.
IEA Director Fatih Birol said leaders lost faith in fossil fuels overnight, predicting a boost to renewables and nuclear power.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s war against Iran has created an oil supply crisis, prompting 60 nations to meet in Colombia to plan renewable transitions.
An analyst says President Donald Trump’s anti-green rhetoric is accelerating a shift to wind and solar as nations seek energy security amid the Iran conflict.
IEA Director Fatih Birol said leaders lost faith in fossil fuels overnight, predicting a boost to renewables and nuclear power.