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The European Court of Human Rights is poised to decide on three pivotal climate cases challenging weak climate policies and their impact on human rights, potentially reshaping global climate litigation. The cases involve Portuguese youths, elderly Swiss women, and a French mayor contesting climate measures.
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How might the outcomes of these cases influence other countries' climate policies and legal approaches?
In what ways could these rulings set new standards for government accountability in addressing climate change?
What strategies could governments adopt to align climate policies with human rights obligations following these landmark decisions?
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