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By Ben Aris in Berlin Thick smoke is rolling across most of Brazil as the Amazon is hit by the worst wildfires in two decades. Thousands of acres are burring out of control due to extreme temperatures, illegal logging and the drying out of the rainforests. The Amazon rainforest is experiencing an unprecedented surge in wildfires, casting doubt on international commitments to protect the region and highlighting the ongoing struggle between conservation efforts and economic interests. 2024 marks the worst year for Amazon fires in two decades. The Brazilian Amazon registered a 76% increase in fir…

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