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Contemporary wars not only destroy cities and make people homeless; they also change the nature of the environment that supports humanity. In Middle East and Central Asia during the last three decades armed confrontation has again destroyed energy infrastructure, water facilities, forests, and arable land. These are the environmental implications that are not always as visible as bombed structures or moving front lines but might continue long after the ceasefires are announce

In this interview, Shahin , a young climate activist from Bangladesh, shares his reflections on attending last year’s UN Climate Change Conference (COP). Speaking from firsthand experience as a youth activist and also a victim of climate change-induced adversities, he highlights the gap between global discussions and local realities - and what must change to make climate conferences truly impactful.    Era: When you went to the last COP, what do you think was the outcome of