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Southern Europe and parts of the Middle East are facing a surge in wildfires as a severe heatwave grips the region, prompting evacuations and emergency measures.

Fires broke out Sunday in Greece, Turkey, France, and Syria, with other nations on alert as temperatures continue to climb. Authorities across Spain, Italy, and beyond have urged people to avoid travel and protect the vulnerable, Al Jazeera reported.

In Turkey’s Izmir province, strong winds spread wildfires that led to the evacuation of five neighborhoods. At least three people have died, and over 600 fires have been recorded nationwide in the past week. Ten suspects have been arrested in connection with the blazes.

Firefighting efforts continue in Hatay province, where a major fire remains active. Experts warn climate change is intensifying the frequency and severity of such extreme weather events, according to Al Jazeera.

Russia claimed Monday it downed 402 Ukrainian drones and seven guided bombs in 24 hours, with most intercepted over Belgorod, Kursk, and even near Moscow.

The drone war is heating up. Ukraine’s President Zelensky said Russia fired 101 drones overnight, part of a wave that saw over 1,200 drones and nearly 40 missiles launched in just a week, according to Xinhua.

A Seoul court will review on Wednesday whether to detain former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, who’s facing charges of abuse of power and obstructing justice.

Special prosecutors accuse Yoon of using presidential guards to block his arrest earlier this year. He was briefly jailed but released after 52 days due to legal technicalities, according to Reuters.

The investigation, launched under new President Lee Jae Myung, is also looking into insurrection charges tied to Yoon’s brief martial law move last December.

Prosecutors say he could flee or interfere with witnesses. Yoon’s lawyers strongly deny the claims, Reuters reported

Tanzania will host a high-level Pan-African summit on July 10 in Arusha, focusing on the future of social security across the continent. Officials from 15 African nations, including Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Zambia, and Cote d’Ivoire, are expected to attend.

Speaking in Dodoma, Tanzanian Minister Ridhiwani Kikwete said the summit aims to enhance dialogue on the role of social security in national development. A stakeholder forum on July 9 will precede the event, offering a platform to address emerging trends and challenges in the sector, Xinhua reported.

The Parliamentary Hearing Committee has unanimously approved all three proposed Supreme Court Justices and a member at Judicial Council for appointment.

Today's meeting of the Committee endorsed proposed senior advocate Megh Raj Pokharel, Chief Judge of the High Court Janakpur, Shree Kanta Poudel and Chief Judge of the High Court Dipayal, Shanti Singh Thapa, for their appointment as SC Justices, said Committee Joint-Secretary Nirmala Devi Lamichhane Wasti.

Similarly, the committee also approved Mahesh Kumar Nepal for his appointment as a member of the Judicial Council.

Earlier, the Committee had suggested Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Ajay Kumar Chaurasiya, to pay attention in order to make appointments at judiciary and constitutional bodies inclusive.

In response, Minister Chaurasiya expressed commitment to implement the suggestions of the lawmakers in this regard.

Israel has launched airstrikes on three ports and a power station in Houthi-controlled Yemen, targeting Hudaydah, Ras Isa, and Saif. The Israeli military said the strikes were in response to repeated Houthi attacks, including missile launches and maritime threats in the Red Sea.

Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed the assault, saying it was part of “Operation Black Flag” and included strikes on the hijacked ship Galaxy Leader, allegedly used by the Houthis for maritime surveillance. He warned the group would “continue to pay a heavy price”, according to BBC.

The Ras Kanatib power plant, supplying electricity to cities like Ibb and Taizz, was also hit. Following the strikes, two missiles were fired from Yemen toward Israel, prompting sirens across parts of the country. Interception efforts are ongoing.

Houthi media confirmed strikes in Hudaydah but did not detail casualties. The port remains a key entry point for humanitarian aid and has been targeted in previous Israeli operations, BBC reported.

On the 20th anniversary of the London bombings, King Charles has urged people to stand united against division and hate. Remembering the 52 lives lost and hundreds injured in the 2005 attacks, he called the bombings “senseless acts of evil” and said his thoughts remain with all those affected, according to BBC.

The King praised the bravery and compassion shown that day and in the days that followed, saying it showed the strength of community in the face of tragedy. He stressed the need to keep building a society where people of all backgrounds live with mutual respect.

A national service will be held at St Paul’s Cathedral on Monday, with the Duke of Edinburgh attending on the King’s behalf, BBC reported.

At least 78 people have died and 41 are missing after flash floods struck central Texas, USA, on Friday. Kerr County was hardest hit, with 68 deaths, including 28 children, at Camp Mystic, a girls’ summer camp on the Guadalupe River. Ten American campers and a counsellor remain missing, according to BBC.

The river rose 26 feet in 45 minutes, sweeping away people and structures. Authorities expect the death toll to rise as storms continue to hamper rescue efforts A big recovery operation is underway.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott described the situation as "horrific" and vowed to continue search operations. US President Donald Trump has declared a federal disaster and intends to visit. Local residents are assisting, and Pope Leo XIV in Rome has offered prayers for the American victims, BBC reported.