AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHeatwave Health Alerts: Across Europe, authorities escalated emergency measures as a new heatwave pushed temperatures toward record June highs, with France placing a record 35 departments on red alert (expected to rise to 49), cancelling public events, and banning alcohol in high-risk areas; schools also closed in parts of the country. Cooling Access: In Paris, officials authorized swimming in the Canal Saint-Martin to help residents cool down. Health Risks Linked to Climate: Multiple reports tied the worsening heat to global warming, warning that recurring heatwaves are becoming more frequent, longer, and more intense—raising risks especially for older people and those with underlying conditions. Skopje Safety & Justice: In North Macedonia, the arson attack on Bulgarian diplomatic vehicles in Skopje is moving through the justice system, with prosecutors treating it as endangering people under international protection and seeking detention measures. EU Relations & Rights Debate: Bulgarian officials and an MEP used the incident to criticize Skopje over hate speech and rule-of-law concerns, while Bulgaria summoned North Macedonia’s charge d’affaires. Local Economy Touchpoint: North Macedonia’s GDP rose 0.4% in Q1 2026, with health and social assistance among sectors supporting growth.
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