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More than 320,000 now evacuated in France and Spain amid wildfires

According to French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez, around 2,500 firefighters, including a Swiss team, have been deployed to tackle fires in southwestern France.

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Second drone shot down over Romanian airspace in less than 24 hours

Romanian Defence Minister Radu Miruta said "the impact site and the drone wreckage are currently being analysed" but that "the pattern is consistent with previous confirmed flights by Russian drones."

USA

Trump returns to White House Correspondents' Dinner

The president appeared to be in good spirits throughout the evening and joked about a third term in office.

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Evacuations ordered in Bordeaux suburbs as wildfires continue

In Spain, fires are continuing to rage in the Madrid area and in the province of Ávila, with tens of thousands forced to flee their homes.

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Zelenskyy warns of 'massive' Russian attack within 48 hours

On Friday, Ukrainian authorities said Russian missile strikes on the Kyiv region killed at least 10 people and injured around 100 more.

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Dutch legend van Bommel appointed new Belgium head coach

"Together with my coaching staff, we want to build a team that is disciplined, ambitious and brave enough to compete with the very best," van Bommel said in a statement.

West Bank

Netanyahu orders 'firm' military action after deadly West Bank clash

Netanyahu said he had ordered the IDF to "accelerate the legalisation of existing farms and the establishment of new ones" after the incident around the village of Tell.

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Romania says F-16 shot down drone over the country's airspace

Romania's Ministry of Defence said the jet engaged a drone with an air-to-air missile while carrying out an air policing mission.

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Southern Europe continues to battle growing wildfires

Spain has declared a national emergency as wildfires threaten the Madrid region, while France seeks EU help and Italy battles blazes across Sicily.

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One dead after Czech military helicopter crashes at air base

An investigation into the incident is underway. All of the military's H-1 helicopters have been grounded until it is completed, the Czech armed forces said in a statement.

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Lavrov tells Rubio 'unacceptable' for US to sell arms to Kyiv

Lavrov and Rubio are also said to have discussed the situation in the Persian Gulf. Washington's focus has largely shifted to the region, where it remains locked in conflict with Iran.

Europe News

Wildfires rage across parts of France, Spain and Italy

Two firefighters died in France, and another died in Italy while working to tackle wildfires that have devastated Europe this week.

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Two trams collide on Rotterdam's Erasmus Bridge, injuring 15

Video footage circulating on social media shows the moment the two trams collided. One tram can be seen hurtling into another stationary railcar.

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EU agency reduces safe intake level of 'forever chemical' TFA

TFAS are a type of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS), often known as "forever chemicals" as they are long-lasting in the environment.

USA

Trump's pick for UN chief? Gianni Infantino, reportedly

Trump and Infantino, who heads football's world governing body FIFA, have formed a close and somewhat controversial relationship in recent years.

USA

Mamdani says NYC lacks authority to arrest Israeli PM Netanyahu

Netanyahu's office has dubbed the ICC a "kangaroo court" and called the arrest warrant against the Israeli leader "bogus."

Europe News

Ukrainian forces strike 'major' logistics hubs in central Russia

"The aggressor used them to supply sanctioned components for drone production and navigation equipment," Zelenskyy said of the targeted facilities.

Sport

Trump queries Tuchel's tactics in England's World Cup semifinal loss

"They took their best player, and they put him on defence," Trump said, referring to England striker Harry Kane.

Europe News

5.0 magnitude earthquake hits eastern Turkey

"There are currently no reports of any adverse circumstances," and an "on-site assessment" is ongoing, Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority said.

Iran

US forces strike Iran for seventh consecutive night

Iran's Fars state news agency reported that Iranian forces had responded by attacking US allies and bases in the region, including the Ali Al Salem airbase in Kuwait.

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