COP28 agreement – latest: Standing ovation after ‘world first’ agreement – but activist left ‘confused why people are happy’
Representatives from nearly 200 countries have agreed at COP28 to a landmark deal to start “transitioning” away from fossil fuels – but the language was watered down from a “phase out”. Watch the latest from the conference in our live stream below.

Key points
COP28 deal marks first time countries have agreed to move away from fossil fuels
‘We are confused why people are happy,’ says activist
Main agreements made in today’s deal
Live reporting by Jess Sharp

[And HEY! There’s a bonus Lurch round if you’ve got a strong stomach and that much of your life you’re willing to waste. In all seriousness, it’s so terrific this turned out so badly for the fanatics, I’m tickled to death. ~ Beege]