EU official announces 300-strong firefighting force to battle wildfires across Europe

The EU has established a 300-strong continentwide firefighting force to combat escalating wildfires, a response to Europe's worst wildfire year in 2025, intensified by climate change. This rapid reaction unit, a significant step forward, aims to provide swift deployment and solidarity across member states.

EU official announces 300-strong firefighting force to battle wildfires across Europe
The EU has established a 300-strong continentwide firefighting force to combat escalating wildfires, a response to Europe's worst wildfire year in 2025, intensified by climate change. This rapid reaction unit, a significant step forward, aims to provide swift deployment and solidarity across member states.