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Millions across Europe, particularly in France, Italy, Spain, and the UK, faced extreme heat as temperatures exceeded 35C on Thursday. With parts of France reaching 42C and the UK recording the year’s highest day, concerns grow over climate change’s role in escalating heatwaves and their impacts on health and wildfires.
Polls have closed in England’s Clacton by-election, featuring Nigel Farage against fringe candidate Count Binface. Farage triggered the vote by resigning amid a financial investigation. Analysts expect his victory, yet some locals regard the contest as a farce without mainstream party candidates.
The European Commission has deployed migration experts to Ceuta following the recent arrival of 80,000 migrants from Morocco, triggering a humanitarian crisis. The mission aims to assess local needs and enhance EU support for Spanish authorities amidst concerns of further mass crossings.
Péter Magyar, Hungary’s newly elected Prime Minister, announced at his inaugural press conference that the country will pursue the cheapest energy sources, including imports from Russia. This stance contradicts previous commitments to eliminate Russian energy reliance by 2035.
Hungarian PM-elect Péter Magyar called for a swift parliamentary session to establish a new government by 5 May. He highlighted key priorities, including securing EU funds, eurozone integration, and addressing issues related to Ukraine, Russia, and migration during his press conference.
Ursula von der Leyen stated that Hungary is “coming back to the European path” following Péter Magyar’s significant electoral triumph. Current issues include key EU files that remain obstructed, highlighting ongoing challenges in Hungary’s alignment with European Union standards.
EasyJet customers faced chaos at Milan’s Linate airport due to new EU border checks, with around 100 passengers stranded and flights delayed by over 50 minutes. EasyJet, citing the situation as ‘outside of our control’, urged authorities to mitigate waiting times. Contact them for updates.
The European Union is prioritising drone production to enhance defence capabilities amid evolving modern warfare. By establishing its industrial capacity and introducing funding initiatives, the EU aims to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and bolster drone manufacturing for enhanced security against contemporary threats.
Hungary’s incoming Prime Minister Péter Magyar aims to visit Brussels to negotiate the release of billions in frozen EU funds. He emphasised his commitment to restoring checks and balances within the government, highlighting a significant shift in Hungary’s approach to EU relations.
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