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Europe Scorched by Record Heatwave: France and Italy Take Emergency Measures

As a blistering heatwave tightens its grip on Europe, countries are scrambling to protect citizens from soaring temperatures and mounting health risks. France has shuttered over 1,350 schools  and closed the top floor of the Eiffel Tower as temperatures surged past 40°C (104°F)  in several regions. Sixteen French departments are now under the highest heat alert, with authorities urging people to stay hydrated and indoors during peak hours. Meanwhile, Italy has imposed restrictions on outdoor work , particularly in agriculture and construction, during the hottest parts of the day. Cities like Rome, Milan, and Venice are under red alerts, with hospitals reporting a spike in heat-related illnesses. The Mediterranean Sea has also hit record highs, with waters in Spain’s Balearic Sea reaching 30°C , up to 6 degrees above average. Scientists warn that Europe—already warming at twice the global average —is facing increasingly frequent and intense heatwaves due to climate change. New ...
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Uncertainty Looms Over Ukraine Peace Talks in Turkey as Kremlin Stays Silent on Attendees

The Kremlin has confirmed that peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in Turkey are still scheduled to take place, but it has yet to disclose who will represent Moscow at the negotiations. Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed direct talks with Ukraine in Istanbul, set for Thursday, but did not specify whether he would attend in person.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that he will only participate if Putin is present. Reports suggest that Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and top foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov may be part of the Russian delegation, but the Kremlin has not officially confirmed this.

The uncertainty surrounding the talks has raised questions about Russia’s commitment to a diplomatic resolution. While the Kremlin insists that its offer for negotiations remains valid, the lack of clarity on its delegation has fueled speculation about Moscow’s true intentions.

Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed interest in attending the talks himself, though he has also announced that Secretary of State Marco Rubio and senior envoys will be present on behalf of the United States.

As the scheduled date approaches, the world watches closely to see whether these discussions will mark a turning point in the ongoing conflict or simply another round of stalled diplomacy.

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