A fierce wildfire near Paris forced evacuations and disrupted highways and trains as western Europe endured its third major heatwave of the summer. Across the Atlantic, a sprawling heat dome threatened dangerous temperatures across much of the United States.
The latest disasters are no longer isolated weather events. More than 10,000 excess deaths were recorded during Europe’s late-June heatwave, while fires, crop losses, strained power systems and suffering wildlife show how rapidly extreme heat is remaking daily life.
Hundreds of firefighters battled a fast-moving blaze near Fontainebleau as 800 residents were evacuated, the A6 highway was closed and train services were disrupted. France deployed Canadair water bombers in the Greater Paris region for the first time as temperatures again climbed across western Europe.
Mortality data from 27 countries showed a sharp surge during the June 22–28 heatwave, with more than 9,000 of the additional deaths among people aged 65 and older.
Temperatures 15 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit above normal are expected across a broad swath of the country, with unusually hot nights increasing health risks and wildfire danger.
Tehran warned of further incidents in the Strait of Hormuz as attacks on American facilities widened, keeping shipping and global energy markets under severe pressure.
Ukrainian officials said a Russian strike hit a Togolese-flagged merchant vessel, killing three crew members and injuring five near the Black Sea port region.
The new programme is intended to support emergency relief and reconstruction after war, while international agencies continue to warn of immense humanitarian needs.
Economists expect weaker growth figures to increase pressure on Beijing to support consumer demand and stabilize an economy facing persistent structural headwinds.
Washington has begun a new diplomatic and sanctions campaign against the court, intensifying a confrontation over investigations involving U.S. allies and officials.
The measures target 24 people and entities that London says are connected to destructive cyber operations and proxy networks linked to Russian intelligence.
Wildfire near Paris compounds a deadly heat crisis.
A vast heat dome threatens dangerous temperatures.
Attacks spread as Hormuz tensions deepen.
Russian strike kills crew aboard civilian ship.
EU and partners launch a $1-billion recovery plan.
Slower growth increases pressure for stimulus.
