Russia to remain a threat for years & heatwave in Europe
The head of Polish intelligence warns of a direct and long-term threat from Russia, while Moscow struggles with fuel problems following attacks on refineries. At the same time, Europe is counting the victims of extreme heat, and concerns about next year's harvests are emerging in the region's grain markets.
We must prepare for a real threat from Russia for at least the next few years. The head of the Foreign Intelligence Agency (the Polish service responsible for foreign intelligence) indicated that Moscow's imperial ambitions directly impact Poland's security. Within Russia itself, Vladimir Putin admitted that the country is facing fuel supply issues in some regions. This is a result of Ukrainian attacks on energy infrastructure, including the recent fire at the Slavyansk-on-Kuban refinery.
Particular caution should be exercised during the ongoing high temperatures, which have already contributed to over 1,300 excess deaths in Europe since June 21. According to World Health Organization (WHO) data, approximately 150 million residents of the continent are currently struggling with extreme heat.
Weather problems could affect food prices in the future due to the difficult situation in the German grain market, where drought is significantly lowering wheat harvest forecasts. Meanwhile, the situation in the Middle East remains tense—despite reports of possible diplomatic talks in Doha, further reciprocal strikes between US and Iranian forces occurred last weekend.
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