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Dutton urged to abandon Paris Agreement after Trump’s withdrawal

Rebel MPs urge Peter Dutton to abandon Paris Agreement after Trump’s withdrawal, calling it “an absolute joke.”

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8 months ago

January 21, 2025

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Rebel MPs urge Peter Dutton to abandon Paris Agreement after Trump’s withdrawal, calling it “an absolute joke.”

Rebel Liberal MPs are calling on Peter Dutton to withdraw Australia from the Paris Agreement, referring to it as “an absolute joke.”

The push follows US President Donald Trump’s recent decision to exit the agreement, which has drawn attention from critics of the climate change deal, including Senators Alex Antic and Matt Canavan, who see it as a validation of their views.

The Paris Agreement, implemented in 2016, seeks to limit global warming.

However, critics argue that given Australia’s minimal carbon emissions contribution, its commitments are unjustifiable.

According to Antic, Australia should reconsider its position, especially in light of the US withdrawal and its own energy crisis.

Senator Canavan has emphasised that remaining in the agreement will impose increasing costs on Australia while reducing investment prospects. He suggested that the exit of the largest economy will hinder Australia’s competitiveness and questioned the benefits of participation in a pact from which significant emitters like China do not adhere.

Peter Dutton has indicated a possible shift away from the 2030 emissions targets under the Paris Agreement, citing unachievable goals. While the Coalition claims commitment to the Paris Agreement, substantial tensions have arisen within the party regarding its future direction on climate change policy.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has characterised Dutton’s actions as regressive concerning climate efforts, stating that Dutton is turning away from necessary climate actions.

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Macron forced to walkbecause of Trump motorcade

Macron stranded in NYC, amusingly calls Trump after police block his route for the motorcade. #Diplomacy #MacronVsProtocol

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7 hours ago

September 23, 2025

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Macron stranded in NYC, amusingly calls Trump after police block his route for the motorcade. #Diplomacy #MacronVsProtocol

French President Emmanuel Macron found himself unexpectedly stranded in New York after addressing the United Nations, when police blocked his route to accommodate Donald Trump’s motorcade.

Macron, en route to the French embassy, was forced to pause in the street as the way forward remained closed.

In a moment of levity amid diplomatic protocol, Macron is said to have called Trump directly from the street, remarking on the absurdity of being held up because of his rival’s convoy.

The road eventually reopened — but only for pedestrians — leaving Macron to continue on foot while still engaged in the conversation.

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Kamala Harris shocks with gay announcement

Kamala Harris clarifies comments on rejecting Buttigieg as running mate amid criticism over implications of his sexuality.

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7 hours ago

September 23, 2025

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Kamala Harris clarifies comments on rejecting Buttigieg as running mate amid criticism over implications of his sexuality.

Kamala Harris has been forced to clarify comments about why she did not choose Pete Buttigieg as her running mate, after critics accused her of suggesting his sexuality was a barrier.

Speaking in an interview with MSNBC, Harris initially rejected claims that Buttigieg’s sexuality influenced the decision, but later admitted she had considered the political risks given the tight timeline of just 107 days.

The remarks drew swift reactions, with MSNBC host Rachel Maddow saying it was “hard to hear” that Buttigieg might have been excluded because he is gay. Harris insisted the decision saddened her but was made with the stakes of the election in mind.

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Russia escalates nuclear drills as Ukraine strikes energy targets

Russia escalates war strategy with nuclear maneuvers, 300,000 recruits; Putin extends New START treaty amid diplomatic questions.

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20 hours ago

September 23, 2025

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Russia escalates war strategy with nuclear maneuvers, 300,000 recruits; Putin extends New START treaty amid diplomatic questions.

Russia is ramping up its war strategy with new nuclear manoeuvres and a reserve force of nearly 300,000 fresh recruits.

President Vladimir Putin has also offered a one-year extension to the New START treaty, raising questions over whether this is a genuine diplomatic move or a calculated pressure tactic.

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