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Peace Talks Falter as New Strikes Shake Ukraine

President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan receives the heads of delegations participating in the UAE hosted trilateral talks between the United States, Russia and Ukraine, Director of the Office of the President of Ukraine Kirill Budanov, United States Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov, Chief of the Main Directorate of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces Igor Kostyukov, and Jared Kushner at Al Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi. US‑mediated negotiations aimed at easing the war in Ukraine ended abruptly without an agreement after Russia launched a series of overnight airstrikes that hit multiple Ukrainian cities and energy facilities. The renewed bombardment intensified pressure on the talks, which had been viewed as a tentative step toward de‑escalation. Diplomats from both sides described the discussions as “constructive but inconclusive,” noting that major sticking points — in...
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Battle Against the Flames: Aftermath of the Major Wildfire Near Athens

 

In the wake of a devastating wildfire that swept through the northern fringes of Athens, Greece, authorities and firefighters are grappling with the aftermath. Here’s what we know:

  • The Blaze: The wildfire, which began on Sunday afternoon, quickly escalated due to strong winds and tinder-dry pine forests. These conditions were exacerbated by the scorching summer temperatures, making it an exceptionally dangerous fire.

  • Evacuations: Hospitals, residential suburbs, and even monasteries were evacuated as the flames advanced. A children’s hospital, a military hospital, and a children’s home were among the facilities cleared. Evacuation orders were issued for more than a dozen areas, including Marathon and several Athens suburbs.

  • Emergency Response: Over 670 firefighters, backed by specialized wildfire teams and armed forces personnel, battled the flames. More than 180 vehicles were deployed, along with 30 water-dropping planes and helicopters providing aerial support.

  • Human Impact: Two firefighters sustained minor injuries, and several civilians were treated for smoke inhalation. Police officers heroically carried elderly residents to safety, their efforts captured against a backdrop of a night sky turned red from the flames.

  • Environmental Toll: The fire ravaged pine forests that had already suffered from repeated heat waves during the summer. Greece experienced its hottest June and July ever recorded, following the warmest winter.

As the dust settles, the scars left by this wildfire serve as a stark reminder of the urgent need for climate resilience and effective disaster management. The battle against the flames continues, but the community’s resilience shines through as they come together to rebuild and protect their beloved landscape.


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