Wildfire Response: Five water-dropping planes and five helicopters were sent at first light to tackle a major wildfire west of Athens after a mid-air collision killed two crew members; winds eased, but authorities warned the wider Attica region remains high risk. France Tourism Update: Atout France says the “vast majority” of destinations are open, with fires still localised; travellers should avoid directly affected areas while businesses work to resume normal operations. Storm Safety in France: Météo France’s yellow/orange/red alerts come with clear guidance on when to stay vigilant, stay indoors, and expect service disruption—plus advice on what homeowners may need for insurance claims after storm damage. Ceuta & Border Rules: Italy moved to reintroduce temporary border checks for travellers arriving from Spain, tied to the Ceuta migrant crisis—spot checks may affect holidaymakers, so travellers should carry valid ID and allow extra time. EasyJet Takeover Deadline: Rival bidders Castlelake and Apollo face aligned offers deadlines on Aug 7, with easyJet continuing diligence access as the summer travel market watches. Travel Market Signals: Spain reported 46.6m international tourists in the first half of 2026 (+4.6%) and €63.8bn in spending (+7%), with France among the top source markets.