Global leaders at a recent climate summit expressed frustration as the UN warned that keeping global temperature rise within 1.5°C is now "virtually impossible." Attention now turns to COP30 in Belém, Brazil, amidst ongoing debate over climate collaboration and funding.

• The UN stated it is "virtually impossible" to meet the 1.5°C temperature target.
• UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer acknowledged "the consensus is gone" but affirmed the UK's commitment, while Prince William called for "urgent optimism."
• The UK will not commit public funds to Brazil's Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF), a proposed $125bn (£95bn) mechanism, prioritizing private finance instead.