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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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UN Report Accuses Israel of 'Extermination' in Gaza Schools and Religious Sites

A recent report by the United Nations Independent International Commission of Inquiry has accused Israel of committing the crime against humanity of "extermination" in Gaza. The report states that Israeli forces targeted civilians sheltering in schools and religious sites, leading to widespread destruction and loss of life.

The commission, chaired by former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay, highlighted that over 90% of Gaza’s school and university buildings and more than half of all religious and cultural sites have been destroyed. The report describes these actions as part of a "concerted campaign to obliterate Palestinian life".

Israel disengaged from the UN Human Rights Council earlier this year, citing bias. Israeli officials have previously dismissed similar accusations as "biased and antisemitic". The conflict, which began in October 2023 following a Hamas-led attack on Israel, has resulted in over 54,000 Palestinian deaths, according to Gaza health authorities.

The commission's findings have intensified international scrutiny, with calls for Israel to cease attacks on educational, cultural, and religious institutions. The report is set to be presented to the UN Human Rights Council on June 17.

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