BBCNEWS Verified July 1, 2024
but many had wanted a strongerform of words — calling for the �*phasing out�* of coal, oil and gas. our climate editorjustin rowlatt reports from dubai. we waited and we waited and then... hearing no objection, it is so decided. with the bang of a gavel, the deal was done. applause. and it got a standing ovation. so the hammer has just gone down here, and that was the fastest that an agreement text has ever been agreed. the presidency is calling this an historic agreement, but it is hedged around with questions and doubts. it calls on countries to contribute to ambitious action...