Ceuta Border Crackdown: Morocco detained at least 111 migrants trying to reach Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta after social media calls for another mass crossing, using tear gas and heavy patrols around Fnideq; the move follows the late-July surge of about 72,000 people that left at least 96 dead and strained EU ties. EU Migration Numbers: Frontex says irregular border crossings into the EU fell 37% in the first seven months of 2026, though officials stress this reflects fewer detected attempts, not a direct count of individuals. Ceuta Health Worries: Spain’s health authorities report infectious cases among migrants in Ceuta, including gastroenteritis, scabies and impetigo, raising concerns about overcrowding and sanitation. Wildfire Response: Belgium deployed aerial support to fight the High Fens blaze as it spread rapidly, with thousands of hectares affected. Defense & Security: Poland’s PM Tusk said the country’s army is set to become Europe’s largest, as Warsaw ramps up forces amid the war in Ukraine. US-EU Trade Pressure: The US urged the EU to “deliver” on non-tariff trade commitments tied to corporate sustainability rules. Sports Spotlight: Ireland’s Kate O’Connor won heptathlon gold at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham.