European Parliament Debates EU Response to Heatwaves and Wildfires
On 8 July 2025, the European Parliament held a key debate on EU action to prepare for extreme heat events, droughts, and wildfires. MEPs questioned Commissioner for Preparedness and Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib on emergency response preparations and resilience under the EU civil protection mechanism.
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