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Swiss glaciers lose 10% of volume in two years

Switzerland's glaciers have lost their second largest volume of ice ever this year

Switzerland’s glaciers have lost a further four percent of their volume this year – the second biggest loss ever, following last year’s record melt of six percent. Scientists say the dramatic ice loss is a clear symptom of global warming, and is likely to be irreversible even if climate targets are met. We speak to our environment correspondent and to a mountain tour guide about the impact of the loss.

Separatist officials in Nagorno Karabakh say they're officially ending independence efforts, as people continue to flee after Azerbaijan seized control of the territory. We speak to our correspondent in the region.

As the war drags on in Ukraine, we bring together two people serving in the Ukrainian forces to discuss the impact of “war fatigue”.

The award-winning Anglo-Irish actor, Michael Gambon -- best known for playing Dumbledore in the Harry Potter films -- has died. We hear tributes from listeners.

Presenter: Lukwesa Burak.

(Photo: A Swiss flag is seen at the entrance of the ice cave on the Rhone glacier, amid climate change, in Obergoms, Switzerland, September 26, 2023. Credit: Denis Balibouse/Reuters)

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Thu 28 Sep 202315:06GMT

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  • Thu 28 Sep 202315:06GMT

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