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Lebanon Seeks to Distance State from Hezbollah After Cyprus Drone Incident

                                                         File photo: Youssef Ragg Lebanon has urged Cypriot authorities and the public not to conflate the Lebanese state with Hezbollah following a drone strike that originated from Lebanese territory and hit Cyprus six days earlier. Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raggi emphasized that the attack was carried out independently by Hezbollah and does not reflect the policies, values, or intentions of the Lebanese government.  Raggi stressed that Lebanon rejects any attempt to use its territory for external agendas and reiterated that Hezbollah’s actions fall outside the state’s legal authority. He called on Cyprus to distinguish between the official Lebanese government and groups operating autonomously, noting that Lebanon has consistently affirmed its sovereignty ...
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Infernos Rage Across Southern Europe as Heatwave Fuels Wildfires

            People stand next to smoke rising from the wildfire in the Aksu district of Antalya, in southern Turkey


Firefighters Battle Blazes in Turkey, Greece, and Albania Amid Relentless Heat

Southern Europe is grappling with a wave of destructive wildfires as firefighters in Turkey, Greece, and Albania struggle to contain blazes ignited by days of scorching temperatures and dry conditions.

In Turkey, flames tore through forested areas near the coastal provinces, prompting evacuations and mobilizing aerial firefighting units. Greece faced similar challenges, with fires erupting near Athens and on the island of Rhodes, where strong winds and parched vegetation accelerated the spread. Albanian emergency crews also battled fires in mountainous regions, where access and containment efforts proved difficult.

The intense heatwave, with temperatures soaring above 40°C (104°F), has created tinderbox conditions across the region. Authorities have issued warnings urging residents to stay indoors and avoid activities that could spark new fires.

Environmental experts warn that climate change is intensifying the frequency and severity of such heatwaves, making wildfire seasons longer and more dangerous. As emergency teams work around the clock, international support and cooperation are being called upon to help mitigate the crisis and prevent further devastation.


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