Australians file UN human rights complaint over coal and gas exports
A group of Australians has filed a human rights complaint against their government at the UN, citing coal and gas exports that imperil their lives. The litigants, including Indigenous leader Prof Anne Poelina, highlight extreme weather events and environmental degradation as evidence. They argue Australia's reliance on fossil fuels exacerbates climate change impacts on vulnerable communities.
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Published 23 Jun 2026, 03:55 UTC · Updated 23 Jun 2026, 09:20 UTC
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