Maritime Safety Tragedy: A major search and rescue operation was launched off Cape Greco after severe weather and rough seas left three boats in trouble; two were destroyed after being driven onto rocks, and 76-year-old businessman and former rally champion Dymis Mavropoulos died after being swept away, while his wife and daughter were rescued and taken to hospital. Aegean Tensions: Greece rejected Turkey’s unilateral “marine parks” plan and warned it creates no legal basis, as a Turkish drone incident near Alexandroupoli triggered an immediate Greek air response. Nature’s Value in Policy: A new push in Europe aims to put a price on ecosystem services—like carbon storage, water retention, coastal protection, and biodiversity—to help close a major biodiversity funding gap. Heat & Fire Risk Context: Coverage highlights worsening heat impacts across Europe, with Greece facing continued fire risk as summer conditions intensify. Local Governance & Environment: Greece’s Social Climate Plan (€5.3B) was approved by the EU, targeting transport and energy upgrades that can cut emissions and support households. Wildlife & Coasts: Reports also point to biodiversity-focused research and conservation themes, including species monitoring and ecosystem protection efforts.