Wildfires & Heat Emergency (Greece): Firefighters gained ground against a fifth day of blazes on the outskirts of Athens as easing winds let water-bombing aircraft return, but officials warned of scattered hotspots that could flare again; evacuations and damage around Porto Germeno and Psatha continued while investigators pointed to causes including a faulty power line tied to a wind farm. Wildlife in the Line of Fire: A viral account from near Kandili showed horses fleeing a wildfire driven by winds, underscoring how fast livestock and habitats are threatened. Climate Pressure Across Europe: A broader roundup highlights record-breaking heat, drought and wildfire risk from Spain and France to Greece, with scientists warning the crisis is intensifying. Desertification Alarm (Spain/EU): A new EU report flags Spain as the worst desertification hotspot in Europe, with Greece also showing significant land degradation risk. Energy & Water Stress (Danube): Low Danube water levels are disrupting cooling for nuclear operations in parts of Europe, including Hungary’s Paks plant, as drought and heat worsen. Policy Watch (Athens): Athens City Council approved a one-year moratorium on data centers to review zoning and address concerns over major energy and water use. Biodiversity & Conservation: Greece-linked items include a €3m project to protect the Lake Doirani ecosystem and ongoing wildlife rescue/monitoring efforts.