40.8-Degree Heat Record & Unrest in the Middle East
New temperature records have been measured in Central Europe, while the situation in the Middle East intensifies due to attacks on oil infrastructure. In Venezuela, the death toll has risen massively following a severe earthquake. Additionally, there are political upheavals in Serbia and mass arrests in Turkey.
Take care of your health during extreme heat: In Central Europe, a national weather service registered a new historical high of 40.8 degrees. The heatwave is affecting large parts of the region and leading to numerous new record temperatures in June.
Tensions between Iran, the USA, and Israel are increasing and could affect energy supplies. In Iraq, the major West Qurna-2 oil field had to suspend operations. Additionally, the British military reported an attack on a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important routes for oil transport. At the same time, Israel confirmed drone strikes in southern Lebanon, while Bahrain accuses Iran of sabotage.
Following the severe earthquakes in Venezuela, the death toll has risen to over 1,400. Rescue workers were able to pull a baby alive from the rubble after 32 hours; search operations in the South American country are ongoing. While rescue efforts continue in South America, Turkey reports mass arrests: In the run-up to the planned NATO summit in Ankara, 178 people were taken into custody on terrorism charges.
Political changes are also occurring in the Balkans. In Serbia, President Vučić has announced his resignation and early elections. This follows months of public protests against corruption in the country. Further east, the security situation in Crimea remains tense. Residents of the peninsula report ongoing shelling by Ukraine and a dangerous situation on the ground.
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