European heatwave with temperatures above 40C sparks climate policy debate

In today’s newsletter: Last week’s extreme weather should galvanise the political response to global heating. But the sad paradox is that it could bolster support for climate-sceptical parties Good morning.

First covered Jun 28, 2026 · 10:45 PM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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45d Guardian Environment Monday briefing: Will the heatwave spark action, or further inflame the culture wars? — In today’s newsletter: Last week’s extreme weather should galvanise the political response to global heating.

Appeared in: 2026-06-29 (#4)

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