Thousands participated in a rally in Glasgow. Climate activists urged action from leaders.
Where: Glasgow, UK
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Thousands of protestors walked the streets Saturday in Glasgow, UK, to urge world leaders to take urgent action to combat the climate crisis and address environmental issues.
The Scottish city is hosting the COP26 climate summit.
Protestors congregated at Glasgow Green to hear speeches delivered by activists.
Activist Vanessa Nakate tweeted, “We need to continue holding leaders accountable for their actions. We cannot keep quiet about climate injustice.”
Activist Greta Thunberg tweeted, “Today hundreds of thousands all over the world marched for the climate, sending a clear signal to people in power at #COP26 to protect people and planet.”
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