Road Safety Rule: The EU’s General Safety Regulation now requires every new passenger car and van sold in the bloc to include a driver-facing infrared camera (ADDW), warning if the driver looks away too long—part of the Vision Zero push to cut fatalities. Heat & Air Quality: A new French extreme-heat plan (Orsec) kicks in as temperatures hit 40C+ and ozone near ground rises during heatwaves, worsening pollution risks. Wildfire Disaster: Spain’s southern Almería region reports at least 12 deaths in a wildfire, with victims found trapped in vehicles. Airport Watch: Heathrow is on the verge of losing its “Europe’s busiest airport” title to Istanbul, after May passenger figures from ACI Europe. Trade & Industry: The European Commission imposed anti-dumping duties on Chinese tyres for cars, light trucks and buses (4.3%–45.3%). Cross-Border Transport Policy: Bulgaria’s parliament ratified a road transport agreement with Mongolia, aiming to ease permits and fuel/lubricant exemptions. Public Transport & Security: British Transport Police said a viral Liverpool Street stop-and-search found nothing after an incident report. Aviation/Logistics Disruption: Eurostar services between the UK and Netherlands remain disrupted after a fire near Rotterdam Central affected power and rail systems. Maritime/Trade Talks: The EU and South Africa opened clean trade and investment talks under the CTIP, focusing on green hydrogen, critical raw materials and regulatory cooperation. Road Safety in Practice: A fatal lorry incident during France World Cup celebrations highlights ongoing dangers from fans jumping onto vehicles.