Türk emphasized the fact that gross human rights violations are still taking place in the country and may even be crimes against humanity that demand accountability through the International Criminal Court and universal jurisdiction.
This year's COP29 is particularly notable as it has gathered a diverse group of stakeholders from nearly 200 countries to address pressing climate challenges and advance global commitments under the Paris Agreement, with an expected attendance of about 50,000 participants that include government officials, negotiators, media, and observers under the theme In Solidarity for a Green World.