European News Roundup: Wildfires, Defense, Espionage, ECB
Record-breaking wildfires rage in France and Spain, Italy's defense minister offers job to ousted Ukrainian defense chief, NATO intern arrested on espionage suspicions, and ECB's Lagarde says she won't leave before year-end.
Record-Breaking Wildfires in France and Spain
France and Spain have been battling raging wildfires for days. Nearly 100,000 hectares have burned in France, setting a new record.
Italy's Defense Minister Offers Job
Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto offered an adviser position to ousted Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Crosetto praised Fedorov for technological overhauls in Ukraine's military, despite clashes with top generals.
NATO Intern Arrested for Espionage
A NATO intern has been arrested on suspicion of espionage. The Canadian national of Chinese origin is suspected of spying for a third country and being part of a criminal organization.
ECB's Lagarde on Her Future
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde stated she will not step down before the end of the year. However, she did not rule out leaving before her term ends.
