Wildfires engulf parts of France and Spain

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3 years ago

April 17, 2023

Wildfires in Europe are continuing to burn as Spanish town is put on high alert

A raging wildfire is threatening the Spanish town of Portbou in Catalonia, on the border with France.

The blaze began on the French side of the border and crossed over to Spain on Sunday, sparking the evacuation of some farmhouses and residents.

Spanish state media say at least 750 hectares of land have burned in both sides of the border.

Trains and roads connecting the two countries were also shut.

The Catalan government said it had sent nine fire crews to help fight the inferno on the French side.

Meanwhile a second fire started near another French town along the Mediterranean coast. Hundreds of firefighters were deployed.

Spain and southern France continued to experience wildfires over the winter, with low rainfall following last summer’s severe drought.

Some districts in southern France have already introduced water restrictions as authorities warned that low groundwater reserves could herald an even worse drought this summer. #trending #featured

Iran protests and the global fight for freedom

Protests in Iran escalate as citizens demand women’s rights; Rabbi Cooper discusses global solidarity and advocacy efforts.

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8 hours ago

January 15, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Protests in Iran escalate as citizens demand women’s rights; Rabbi Cooper discusses global solidarity and advocacy efforts.

Amid escalating protests in Iran, citizens are risking everything to demand women’s rights and basic freedoms. The world watches as these demonstrations grow, with many hoping for meaningful change in the face of a brutal regime.

We speak with Rabbi Abraham Cooper from the Simon Wiesenthal Center about the advocacy work supporting Iranian voices and the historical context of defending human rights. He explains the vital role of international solidarity and how governments and communities can respond.

From the human cost on the ground to the influence of the Iranian diaspora in Los Angeles, this interview sheds light on the stakes, the movement, and why public attention is critical.

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Greenland and Denmark signal security divide with the United States

Greenland, Denmark assert Arctic island not for sale, emphasizing cooperation with the US on their own terms.

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9 hours ago

January 15, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Greenland, Denmark assert Arctic island not for sale, emphasizing cooperation with the US on their own terms.

Greenland and Denmark have used high-level talks in Washington, D.C. to firmly restate that the Arctic island is not for sale, pushing back against long-standing US interest in the strategically vital territory.

Foreign ministers from both Greenland and Denmark acknowledged that major disagreements remain following discussions with US officials, despite what they described as constructive engagement on shared priorities.

Greenland’s government made clear it is open to closer cooperation with Washington, but only on its own terms, rejecting any suggestion of ownership or control.

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U.S. moves personnel from Qatar base amid Iran tensions

US military relocates personnel from Qatar amid rising Iran tensions; Trump considers military action as regional stability wanes.

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9 hours ago

January 15, 2026

Harvey Vargas

US military relocates personnel from Qatar amid rising Iran tensions; Trump considers military action as regional stability wanes.

The US military is moving personnel from Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar as tensions rise between Washington and Tehran, signalling heightened concern over regional stability.

President Trump has indicated he may consider military action against Iran, while the Pentagon says it remains ready to defend US forces using alternative options despite limited naval assets in the region.

The developments come amid growing uncertainty in the Middle East, with officials closely monitoring the risk of further escalation.

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