Heat & Water Stress: Record-low Danube levels are exposing climate risk to nuclear power, with Hungary forced to slash output at Paks and Romania shutting its last reactor as cooling water dries up. Wildfires Across Europe: France has arrested nearly 500 people over suspected arson as record heat drives evacuations in Belgium, Croatia, Greece and Germany, while the EU deploys helicopters and water bombers to tackle a blaze in Belgium’s High Fens. Public Health in the Heat: A June heatwave was linked to about 16,000 excess deaths across Europe, with France, Belgium and Germany among the hardest hit, and limited air-conditioning in the north worsening impacts. Migration & Ceuta: Spain faces scrutiny after the Ceuta surge, as infectious diseases including gastroenteritis, scabies and impetigo are reported among migrants amid overcrowding and sanitation strain. Climate Signals: The WMO says El Niño is strengthening, raising the odds of hotter-than-normal conditions and major rainfall shifts later in 2026. UK Forecast: The Met Office warns of another warm spell in September, with potential late-season heatwaves especially in the south. EU Policy Pressure: The US is urging the EU to “deliver” on sustainability rules in trade talks, challenging the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence and Reporting directives. Nature & Heritage: Champagne harvest in France starts earlier as drought and heat accelerate ripening, while Notre-Dame’s restoration debate continues over new stained-glass windows.