At least thirteen people, including two minors, drowned across France during a hot weekend. The incidents were reported by French broadcaster BFMTV as the country experienced high temperatures.
The Spanish Supreme Court has sentenced former Transport Minister José Luis Ábalos to 24 years in prison. He was found guilty of bribery, embezzlement, and participation in a criminal organization related to mask procurement fraud.
Andy Burnham, the outgoing Mayor of Manchester, has announced his intention to succeed Keir Starmer as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Starmer resigned on Monday morning following mounting pressure and an anticipated leadership challenge within his party.
A man was injured during a home robbery at his holiday residence on Anna van den Vondelstraat in Amsterdam West overnight. During a struggle with two perpetrators, a gunshot was fired, but no one was hit. The suspects fled with stolen items, and police are now seeking witnesses as part of their investigation.
On World Refugee Day, approximately 100 residents marched through Heemstede to raise awareness for the reception and housing of refugees. The event aimed to show community support for asylum seekers.