Talks at the COP30 climate summit in Brazil have been disrupted after a fire broke out in the venue, triggering an evacuation just as negotiators were hunkering down to try to land a deal to strengthen international climate efforts.

Officials said the fire, which erupted at one of the country exhibition pavilions, had been brought under control with 13 people treated for smoke inhalation.

"Earlier today, a fire broke out in the Blue Zone of the COP30 venue in Belém. The fire department and UN security officers responded swiftly, and the fire was controlled in approximately six minutes. People were evacuated safely," the organisers said in a statement.

"Thirteen individuals were treated on site for smoke inhalation. Their condition is being monitored, and appropriate medical support has

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