Gunmen in Russia’s Dagestan region killed seven police officers and a priest in what officials are calling a “terror” attack. The assailants opened fire on a group of people leaving a church service, leaving several others injured in the shooting. The incident has sparked outrage and condemnation from officials, as they vow to bring the perpetrators to justice.
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Greece beefs up firefighting prowess for blazing summer
SummaryGreece is significantly ramping up its wildfire response this summer by deploying 18,000 firefighters and increasing its drone fleet to 82 units, as climate change escalates wildfire risks. Civil Protection Minister Ioannis Kefalogiannis and fire chief Theodoros Vagias emphasized the need for enhanced surveillance and preparedness, especially with wildfire damage surging to 1,745 square kilometers in 2023. Additionally, around 300 firefighters from various European countries will assist Greece during the May 1-October 31 fire season,...
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