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Indigenous Protesters Breach COP30 Blue Zone, Forcing Evacuation in Belém

Organizers plan to reopen the main entrance Wednesday following repairs, with investigations underway.

Overview

  • Dozens of indigenous activists and supporters forced a door, passed security checkpoints and entered the Blue Zone, as videos showed crowds waving flags and chanting.
  • UN security, with Brazilian soldiers present, confronted the group and told remaining delegates to leave the venue.
  • The conference site was fully evacuated and entrances were sealed and heavily guarded, with staff using tables to barricade doors from inside.
  • A UN spokesperson said two security personnel were slightly injured, and local reports showed minor damage at the venue.
  • Conference leaders said the main entrance would be repaired and reopened Wednesday morning, while UN and Brazilian authorities opened inquiries and further demonstrations are expected this week.