Far-right Mobilisation in Germany: Thousands of protesters blocked roads in Erfurt ahead of AfD’s annual conference, as police prepared for large counter-demonstrations before state elections that could lift the party to power at state level. Heatwave Death Toll in Western Europe: France’s June heatwave hit record levels, with preliminary excess deaths rising to about 2,025 (nearly +30%) and similar spikes reported across Belgium and the Netherlands, stressing strain on healthcare and deaths at home. Wildfires Threaten Holiday Regions: Spain’s Costa Brava faced fast-moving blazes forcing thousands to shelter and evacuations in multiple towns, while Portugal reported injuries as the fire risk spreads. Hormuz Security Push: France and the UK backed a multinational approach to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, with Oman agreeing to cooperate; Macron said mine-countermeasure assets will stay deployed even as Charles de Gaulle returns home. AfD and Asylum Pressure in Germany: Germany reported far fewer first asylum applications than last year’s pace, alongside tighter sick-leave rules and border controls. Economy Ties Beyond Europe: India and France co-chaired talks on critical minerals, economic sovereignty, and financial links. Public Safety on the Road: Luxembourg logged multiple accidents with 13 injured, including a serious A3 motorway crash partially closing routes toward France.