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Nepal Demands Climate Compensation as Relief Efforts Face Food Safety Concerns
On August 26 a glacial collapse triggered a flash flood in Nepal, causing widespread damage. Nepal's government has formally requested climate compensation from the world's largest greenhouse‑gas emitters. The government described international aid as a "moral liability" rather than charity. It also issued an advisory warning that food in relief camps may be contaminated with bodies, flies and insects. Officials presented the compensation demand as a test of global climate‑justice responsibility. The advisory aims to protect survivors' health.
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- Left (2): National Herald, The Hindu
- Centre (1): NDTV