Euro News Today — July 28, 2026

As Europe continues to grapple with the devastating impact of wildfires, the continent is also facing another significant challenge in the form of a cocaine trafficking route that stretches from Ecuador to its shores. According to a report by the BBC, gangs are using sophisticated methods to smuggle the drug into Europe, prompting a determined fightback from law enforcement agencies. Meanwhile, the wildfires that have been tearing through Europe have forced hundreds of thousands of people to evacuate, with the blazes serving as a stark reminder of the extreme climate challenge facing the region.

The Prince of Wales has weighed in on the issue, describing the wildfires as a stark reminder of the need for urgent action to address the climate crisis. As communities come together to support those affected by the fires, politicians have been trading blows over the response to the disaster. For those planning to travel to France or Spain, there are important updates to be aware of, with the latest information available to help navigate the challenges posed by the wildfires. The scale and complexity of the crisis are highlighted in a series of maps that illustrate the extent of the devastation and the efforts being made to tackle the blazes, providing a comprehensive overview of the situation and the ongoing response.

Today's signal:
• The cocaine superhighway from Ecuador to Europe - the BBC reports on gangs and the police fightback (bbc.co.uk)
• Hundreds of Thousands Evacuate as Fires Tear Through Europe (nytimes.com)
• Wildfires 'stark reminder' of extreme climate challenge, says William (bbc.co.uk)
• As Communities Unite Against Europe’s Wildfires, Politicians Trade Blows (nytimes.com)
• What you need to know if you're travelling to France or Spain (bbc.co.uk)
• Devastating European wildfires in maps - and how they're being tackled (bbc.co.uk)