Tragedy Off Lampedusa: 20 Migrants Dead in Latest Mediterranean Shipwreck
At least 20 migrants died in a shipwreck off Italy’s Lampedusa, with survivors recounting a desperate struggle. UNHCR calls for urgent action on Mediterranean routes.
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Southern Europe Battles Record Heatwave Amid Climate Warnings
Southern Europe faces record-breaking temperatures above 44°C, triggering health alerts and wildfires as scientists link intensifying heatwaves to climate change.
Plastic Pollution Threatens Sea Turtles in the Mediterranean, Study Finds
A new study reveals that hundreds of plastic pieces were found inside sea turtles in the Mediterranean, highlighting the urgent issue of marine pollution threatening wildlife.
Winter Drought Tightens Grip on Southern Europe and Northern Africa
The Mediterranean faces an intensifying winter drought with below-average rainfall, affecting southern Europe and northern Africa. Over 45% of southern Europe is experiencing soil drought conditions.