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Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan Sign Joint Defense Pact
WorldAl Jazeerafazberlingske+25der-spiegelFrance 24il-sole-24-oreTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-expressDawnirish-independent+17 more1d ago28 sources

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan Sign Joint Defense Pact

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed a joint defense agreement, dubbed an "Islamic NATO," amid regional violence from Houthi attacks and the US-Iran war, sparking discussions about its implications for regional power dynamics and prompting Greece to review its Patriot missile deployment in Saudi Arabia monthly.

Wildfire Near Lake Garda Forces Evacuation of Over 200 People
WorldAl Jazeeracbcnos+16tagesschaufazder-spiegelder-standardorftvn24el-mundodelfi-lt+8 more1d ago19 sources

Wildfire Near Lake Garda Forces Evacuation of Over 200 People

A large wildfire near Italy's Lake Garda has led to the evacuation of more than 200 residents and tourists. Emergency services are working to contain the blaze in the popular tourist region.

European Rivers Face Critical Low Water Levels Amid Heatwave
Businessfaztvn24delo+5digi24The Independentindex-hr24urhotnews1d ago8 sources

European Rivers Face Critical Low Water Levels Amid Heatwave

Several European countries are experiencing critically low water levels in major rivers like the Danube and Sava due to an ongoing heatwave, impacting navigation, irrigation, and the operation of nuclear power plants. This situation has led to reduced power output and concerns about potential shutdowns at facilities like the Krško and Cernavodă nuclear plants.

Major Wildfire Continues in Deliblatska Peščara, Threatening Ecosystem
Environmentn1-serbiadanas1d ago2 sources

Major Wildfire Continues in Deliblatska Peščara, Threatening Ecosystem

A major wildfire continues to rage in the Deliblatska Peščara nature reserve, with the largest active blaze reported in Šumarak, where evacuations are ongoing. Firefighters are battling the blaze amidst extreme heat and strong winds, while the fire is also threatening one of the last great ecosystems of the Pannonian Plain.

China Braces for Typhoon Dolphin, Hundreds of Thousands Evacuated
WorldbloombergAl Jazeerayle-uutiset+21fazSCMPFrance 24irozhlasorfdie-pressepublicoaktualne-cz+13 more6h ago24 sources

China Braces for Typhoon Dolphin, Hundreds of Thousands Evacuated

China's east coast is on red alert as Typhoon Dolphin approaches, leading to the evacuation of hundreds of thousands of people and the cancellation of over 1,300 flights in Shanghai. The typhoon is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rainfall, with flood warnings issued for affected areas.

Helicopter Crashes While Battling Utah Wildfire, Two Onboard Missing
WorldBBCThe Guardiander-spiegel+9tvn24deloindex-hr24uraktuality-skTimes of Indiaiefimeridandtv+1 more1d ago12 sources

Helicopter Crashes While Battling Utah Wildfire, Two Onboard Missing

A helicopter fighting a large wildfire in Utah crashed with two people onboard, sparking another fire. The incident occurred as firefighters continued to battle the blaze, with some areas also receiving aid from overnight rain.

Fire Breaks Out in Maritime Store in Alimos, Greece
WorldFox Newsel-mundodigi24+5index-hriefimeridanaftemporikinewsbeastavgi1d ago8 sources

Fire Breaks Out in Maritime Store in Alimos, Greece

A fire erupted in a maritime goods store in Alimos, Greece, leading to the precautionary evacuation of a nearby apartment building. Firefighters brought the blaze under control.

West Nile Virus Cases Rise in Europe, Attica on Alert
Worldder-spiegelnaftemporikinewsbeast+2avgibrussels-times4h ago5 sources

West Nile Virus Cases Rise in Europe, Attica on Alert

Over 240 cases of West Nile virus have been registered in Europe, with authorities in Attica, Greece, on high alert due to new cases. Increased vigilance is urged as dozens of new cases have emerged in the past week.

Israeli Ambassador Noam Katz Concludes Tenure in Greece
Worldiefimeridanaftemporikiprotothema-en1d ago3 sources

Israeli Ambassador Noam Katz Concludes Tenure in Greece

Noam Katz has concluded his four-year tenure as Israel's ambassador to Athens, expressing deep love and gratitude for Greece. In his farewell message, he stated he was leaving with a heart full of appreciation.

Wildfire Near Konjic Actively Fought by Air and Ground Crews
Worldklix-ban1-bih1d ago2 sources

Wildfire Near Konjic Actively Fought by Air and Ground Crews

A wildfire near Konjic, Bosnia and Herzegovina, remains active, with firefighters defending homes and battling the blaze on inaccessible terrain. Air Tractors and a BiH Armed Forces helicopter have been deployed, dropping tons of water to assist in the firefighting efforts.

Greece to Launch Digital Disaster Aid System
Worldiefimerida19h ago

Greece to Launch Digital Disaster Aid System

Greece is set to introduce a fully digital platform in September to overhaul its state disaster relief system, aiming to expedite compensation for victims of wildfires and other disasters.

'The Odyssey' Sparks Greece Travel Surge
Worldekathimerini1d ago

'The Odyssey' Sparks Greece Travel Surge

The epic poem 'The Odyssey' is credited with inspiring a significant increase in travel to Greece, drawing tourists interested in exploring the historical and mythical landscapes.

Cyprus gripped by 40C heatwave
Environmentcyprus-mail1d ago

Cyprus gripped by 40C heatwave

Cyprus is experiencing a severe heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 40C inland on Saturday. Coastal areas like Paphos and Kyrenia will see highs around 33C.

Megafires Become Europe's New Nightmare, Driven by Pyrocumulus Clouds
Worldprotothema-en1d ago

Megafires Become Europe's New Nightmare, Driven by Pyrocumulus Clouds

Europe is increasingly facing the nightmare of megafires, with Greece experiencing two of the three worst Mediterranean megafires in recent years (Evros 2023 and Evia 2021). Scientists express pessimism about the violent change in fire profiles, often linked to phenomena like pyrocumulus clouds.

Wildfire-damaged ancient olive trees rehabilitated into bonsai
Culturejerusalem-post1d ago

Wildfire-damaged ancient olive trees rehabilitated into bonsai

Ancient olive trees that were damaged in wildfires are being given new life by being rehabilitated into bonsai trees. These rehabilitated trees will eventually be displayed to the public at the Jerusalem Botanical Gardens and KKL-JNF's Eshtaol Nursery.

British Columbia Declares Emergency as Wildfires Force 20,000 Evacuations
WorldAl Jazeeracnbcfaz+18der-standardFrance 24orfrzeczpospolitaThe Independentindex-hrjutarnji-listla-vanguardia+10 more4h ago21 sources

British Columbia Declares Emergency as Wildfires Force 20,000 Evacuations

British Columbia has declared a state of emergency due to rapidly spreading wildfires, leading to the evacuation of over 20,000 residents. The fires have caused significant destruction and prompted emergency responses across western Canada.

North Korea Recommends Dog Meat Soup to Combat Heatwave
WorldReutersdelfi-ltdigi24+9aktuality-skhotnewsjutarnji-listhindustan-timescyprus-mailklix-banaftemporikivijesti-me+1 more2d ago12 sources

North Korea Recommends Dog Meat Soup to Combat Heatwave

North Korean state media has advised citizens to consume dog meat soup and other traditional remedies to cope with a record heatwave. The recommendation suggests that the soup has medicinal properties to combat the extreme heat.

Greek Mayor Among Three Charged Over Wildfire Near Athens
Politicsberlingskele-figarolsm-lv+5morgunbladiddelfi-ltpolitikenrte-newschannel-news-asia2d ago8 sources

Greek Mayor Among Three Charged Over Wildfire Near Athens

A Greek mayor is among three individuals who have been charged in connection with a wildfire that occurred near Athens. The charges relate to the cause of the blaze, which devastated areas west of the capital.

Nature Reclaims Abandoned Mines in Northern Evia, Forming 14 Lakes
Environmentiefimeridanewsbeastprotothema-en1d ago3 sources

Nature Reclaims Abandoned Mines in Northern Evia, Forming 14 Lakes

In Northern Evia, Greece, nature has transformed the desolate landscape of abandoned mining sites into a vibrant ecosystem featuring 14 new lakes. This unique phenomenon, decades after magnesite extraction operations ceased, showcases nature's ability to reclaim heavily industrialized terrain, creating an otherworldly and lush environment.

Canada-US Trade Talks Continue Amidst Tragic Accident
WorldNYThindustan-times1d ago2 sources

Canada-US Trade Talks Continue Amidst Tragic Accident

Canada has offered concessions to the U.S. in ongoing trade talks, seeking a comprehensive deal. This comes as an Indo-Canadian prison officer was among three people killed in an accident while transporting an inmate.

Lessons Learned from 18-Day Wildfire in Var, Southern France
Worldle-monde19h ago

Lessons Learned from 18-Day Wildfire in Var, Southern France

A major wildfire in Var, southern France, burned for 18 days from July 21 to August 7, posing significant challenges for firefighters. The incident highlighted the critical importance of preventive brush clearing and preparing urban areas for fire defense.

France Faces Intensifying and Record-Long Heatwave
Worldle-monde1d ago

France Faces Intensifying and Record-Long Heatwave

Forecasters predict an intensifying heatwave will spread across France, potentially becoming one of the country's longest ever recorded, following a succession of unprecedented heatwaves across Europe.