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Spain battles widespread wildfires

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August 18, 2025

At least three people have been killed in Spain as wildfires continue to plague parts of the country. Thousands of firefighters, supported by water-dropping aircraft, are battling the blazes

Nearly 2,000 soldiers are battling relentless wildfires across north-western Spain, with Galicia among the hardest-hit regions. High temperatures and strong winds are hampering efforts to contain around 20 major blazes. Residents face sleepless nights, while King Felipe and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez praise emergency crews and call for urgent climate action.