Wildfire Evacuations in France: Hollywood couple George and Amal Clooney were forced to flee their luxury chateau near Brignoles as wildfires raged in southern France, with officials reporting evacuations and firefighters injured; the couple said they “don’t know” if their home survived. Bordeaux Fire Update: In Gironde, France has allowed about 84,000 evacuees to return home after a major wildfire eased with cooler, wetter conditions, while thousands of firefighters and aircraft continue mop-up and firebreak work. Europe on Alert: The wider wildfire crisis is still active across Spain and Greece, with EU officials warning the risk could spread further as new blazes ignite in extreme heat. Travel Disruption Watch: Separate from fires, Portugal’s Algarve health audit found unpaid hospital bills for non-resident foreign patients, a reminder that travel costs can hit unexpectedly. Channel Crossing Fallout: France is again in the spotlight over UK-funded migrant policing after reports that officers were told not to physically stop small-boat launches. Travel Docs Reminder: UK passengers are being warned to check passport validity for Schengen entry, including France, Greece, Italy, Portugal and Spain.