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Emergency services in Southern Europe face unprecedented demand as extreme heat fuels crises in Spain, France, and Greece. Zamora province reported a large-scale response to a fire at the Zaresa waste treatment plant, while France temporarily shut down nuclear reactors to manage water flow, and Greece battles severe wildfires, sparking a decade’s worst fire crisis.

People-smuggling networks are reportedly using speedboats and jet skis to transport migrants from Ceuta, Spain, to the mainland. Recent landings near Algeciras involved young Moroccan nationals, prompting Spanish authorities to enhance security and surveillance in the Strait of Gibraltar to combat these activities.

EU interior ministers will convene online on Tuesday to discuss a unified response to the recent migration crisis in Ceuta, sparked by the unprecedented arrival of 60,000 non-EU nationals. Proposed measures include potential internal border controls and an expanded role for Frontex during emergencies.

Morocco’s interior ministry reported 11 fatalities from migrant attempts to reach Spain’s Ceuta last week, significantly lower than Spain’s figure of at least 72. This surge, attributed to social media misinformation, prompted diplomatic tensions within the European Union over migration policies.

Greek police have charged a 26-year-old Afghan national with the murder of 38-year-old British national Elisabeth-Jane Ross, whose body was found in a suitcase in Athens last month. The suspect reportedly confessed to homicide, robbery, and weapon offences linked to the case.

Joint Spanish police forces have arrested a 17-year-old in Gipuzkoa, identified as Spain’s main figure in network 764, which is accused of coercing and exploiting minors. The operation occurred near the northern border with France amid ongoing investigations into the criminal network.

Hamburg hosted its annual Pride event with heightened security, following a deadly attack at Berlin’s parade last week, which claimed one life and injured 29 others. Organisers anticipated around 250,000 attendees, emphasising solidarity and resilience in the face of recent violence.

Ceuta authorities are restoring order after over 60,000 migrants crossed irregularly. Efforts include installing protective barriers to prevent further mass arrivals. Local businesses cautiously resume operations following a 24-hour lockdown, while residents and migrants alike navigate the ongoing effects of this unprecedented influx.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that following the arrival of around 60,000 irregular migrants in Ceuta, the majority have returned to Morocco, thanks to cooperation between Spanish and Moroccan authorities. Emergency talks are underway among EU member states to address the migrant crisis effectively.

A magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck the Phlegraean Fields near Naples, Italy, prompting 10 aftershocks. Four injuries were reported, alongside damage to buildings and churches. Rail services were suspended for safety inspections as emergency services assessed the impact. Residents were advised to stay calm and follow official guidance.