Over 250 firefighters are battling Belgium's largest modern-day wildfire in the High Fens nature reserve near the German border, which has spread to 3,000 hectares.
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State, Nigeria, has organized a two-day mass wedding for 1,500 financially struggling couples, providing dowries, business support, and household items.
The German government is developing a "secret plan" to prevent potential obstruction by regional authorities, possibly led by the AfD, from hindering NATO troop deployments to the Russian border. This measure addresses fears that AfD-controlled states could use bureaucratic means to delay critical logistics for NATO's Reinforcement and Sustainment Network, for which Germany is a central hub.
At least 12 people died and 23 are missing after a wildfire in Almería, Spain. Victims tried to escape flames near Bédar, with four believed to be British. Authorities cite difficult terrain and wind as factors, with a fallen power line suspected as the cause. Political blame is being exchanged between regional and central governments.
A fast-moving wildfire in south-east Spain has killed at least 12 people and left 23 unaccounted for. The victims, four of whom are believed to be British, died near Bédar while attempting to flee the flames, despite official advice to stay put or follow evacuation routes.
Two Chinese military pilots, including a senior colonel and tactical commander, died during flight training last month. Beijing has not officially commented on the fatalities, which occurred amid intensified military modernization and training efforts.
A fast-moving wildfire in south-east Spain has killed at least 11 people and left 23 unaccounted for. The victims, some of whom were trying to flee flames near Bédar in Almería, died despite official advice to stay put. The fire is spreading rapidly amid a severe heatwave and strong winds.
A wildfire in Almeria, southern Spain, has claimed 12 lives, with six more deaths confirmed. The blaze, which broke out amid soaring temperatures and a heatwave, injured at least six people. Authorities are investigating the cause, with witnesses suggesting a fallen power line ignited dry vegetation.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius suggested cutting off regional governments from federal intelligence networks if the AfD wins upcoming state elections, citing alleged "undeniable" ties to Moscow and anti-democratic tendencies. The AfD, currently the most popular party, denies these claims and is challenging its "extremist" label from the domestic intelligence agency.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius suggested cutting off regional governments from federal intelligence if the AfD wins upcoming state elections, citing the party's "anti-democratic" stance and alleged ties to Moscow. The AfD, currently leading in polls, faces scrutiny over its constitutionality and alleged Russian funding.
Sanam Vakil of Chatham House states Gulf states remain reliant on the US for security but are uneasy with Washington's 'regime change-light strategy,' urging them to diversify defense relationships and manage diplomatic tracks amid an 'uncomfortable moment' with uncertain US policy and unpredictable Iran.
China's SAIC Motor plans to establish its first EU production facility in Spain's Galicia region, with an initial investment of around €200 million. The plant in Ferrol is expected to create 1,000 direct jobs and become operational in 2028, pending government approvals.
The remains of Silvestre Indias Carvajal, who disappeared during the Spanish Civil War in 1936, were identified 87 years later in a well in Feria, Extremadura. His family's long search highlights generational trauma and ongoing political debates over historical memory in Spain.
Southeast Asian leaders are revitalizing plans for a unified electricity grid, first conceived in 1997. The initiative aims to enable seamless cross-border energy flow, requiring system redesign to integrate new technologies and manage renewable energy variability, according to a new Ember report.
Deputy Chairman of the regional government Sergey Cherevko said that there were no fatalities or injuries
Yevgeny Balitsky stressed that the regional government would assist in repairing the damaged facilities
