Climate activist Greta Thunberg was among those detained during a sit-in protest held on Saturday to demand an end to EU subsidies for fossil fuels. Thunberg and other activists gathered outside the European Council building in Brussels to call for immediate action on climate change. They urged policymakers to prioritize renewable energy sources and phase out financial support for the fossil fuel industry.
Thunberg, known for her outspoken advocacy on climate issues, has been a leading voice in the global movement for environmental action. The Swedish activist has previously addressed world leaders at UN climate summits and inspired millions of young people to join the fight against climate change.
During the protest, Thunberg and other activists unfurled banners reading “Stop funding fossil fuels” and “Climate emergency” as they sat on the ground outside the European Council building. Police eventually moved in to detain the protesters, including Thunberg, who was taken away in a police van.
The protest highlighted the urgent need for governments to take decisive action to address the climate crisis and shift away from reliance on fossil fuels. Activists have long argued that subsidies for the fossil fuel industry only serve to perpetuate the climate emergency, and that investing in renewable energy is essential for a sustainable future.
Thunberg’s detention sparked outrage among supporters, who called for her immediate release and criticized authorities for silencing those advocating for climate action. The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing battle between environmental activists and policymakers over how best to address the urgent threat of climate change.
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