Record heat hits France; NATO defense & more
France is facing a record-breaking heatwave with temperatures expected to remain extreme through Thursday. In international news, the government is moving to strengthen European military cooperation, and the region marks a decade since the Brexit vote.
You should take precautions against extreme heat as France recorded its hottest day in history this Tuesday. More record-breaking temperatures are forecast for Thursday, which may impact public health and daily travel. This heatwave is affecting much of Europe, with France currently at the center of the extreme weather.
France is moving toward a more independent defense strategy as the government pledges to strengthen Europe's role within NATO, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Leaders from France, Germany, Italy, the UK, and Poland met in Berlin to discuss strengthening the "European pillar" of the military alliance. This commitment comes ahead of high-level meetings with US officials and could lead to increased military coordination across the continent.
British residents in France are marking a decade since the Brexit vote, the decision by the United Kingdom to leave the European Union. The 10th anniversary highlights the significant shifts in residency rights, work permits, and border controls that have affected the lives of expats and travelers since the 2016 referendum.
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