Heatwave Crisis: Western Europe is baking under the “most severe” heatwave on record, with over 100 million people facing temperatures above 35C; France and the UK report deaths, hospitals under strain, and schools and attractions shutting, while Paris imposes a public alcohol ban to ease pressure on emergency care. UK Emergency Response: Britain hits its hottest June day on record (36.7C in Somerset), with red warnings extended, hosepipe bans, and ambulance chiefs urging people to “drink responsibly” and avoid outdoor exercise. Public Life Disrupted: Paris Pride March is postponed and other events are cancelled as authorities try to protect response services already stretched by the heat. Climate Accountability: A World Weather Attribution report says the extreme conditions are far more likely and intense due to fossil-fuel-driven climate change. Security & Diplomacy: NATO allies warn Russia may stage a provocation in the Baltic states or Poland, while NATO pushes unity ahead of a Türkiye summit. Cyber & Justice: Montenegro arrests an Iran-linked hacker sought by the US over alleged attacks on US infrastructure. Energy & Trade: Portugal signals it may join mine clearance efforts in the Strait of Hormuz, and Poland advances LNG capacity with a new FSRU deal. Business & Tech: Latvia’s Prime Prometics tops €100m revenue; Tytan Technologies plans a German factory for counter-drone interceptors.