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Wildfires are raging across Belgium, Germany, France, Croatia, Spain, and Greece amid extreme heat and dry conditions. In Belgium, a major blaze has consumed 3,000 hectares in the High Fens reserve, prompting the deployment of over 250 firefighters and international aid through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.

Two Spanish F-18 fighter jets intercepted and destroyed an unidentified drone in Romanian airspace early on Sunday, 24 kilometres north of Galati. Defence Minister Miruta confirmed the incident, highlighting Romania’s role in the European Union’s defence and the importance of vigilance amid ongoing tensions with Russia and Ukraine.

Hungary’s parliament has approved a constitutional amendment to remove President Tamás Sulyok from office, amid allegations from Prime Minister Péter Magyar that Sulyok serves as a puppet for Viktor Orbán. Sulyok, however, claims the amendment is unconstitutional and remains firm in his position.

Leipzig start-up Urban Privacy is addressing AI surveillance with innovative fashion, including anti-tracking jackets designed to confuse AI cameras. Their products, like a smartphone pouch that blocks tracking, highlight the growing awareness of privacy issues amid increasing digital surveillance technologies.

France is set to host a meeting of the “Coalition of the Willing” on Monday, with 25 heads of state convening in Paris to discuss ongoing support for Ukraine. This coalition, jointly led by France and the UK, now comprises 37 countries and aims to strengthen military aid commitments amidst the ongoing conflict.

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