Global Summit Approves New Protections for Oceanic Whitetip Sharks

Countries at a major wildlife trade summit have approved the highest level of protection for oceanic whitetip sharks, effectively banning international commercial trade. Scientists say the species is close to collapse due to decades of fishing and demand for fins.

A proposal to strengthen controls on several eel species was rejected after objections from key fishing nations. Conservation groups warn eel stocks remain under severe pressure despite growing evidence of illegal trafficking.