# Greece battles raging wildfires as flames appear to ease in France

https://mins.news/en/item/11843

- Al Jazeera, 2026-08-01 20:24 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/1/greece-battles-raging-wildfires-as-flames-appear-to-ease-in-france?traffic_source=rss

> Greece is continuing its struggle against wildfires that are raging across the country. In France, the fires are showing signs of easing. Containment efforts in Var and Gironde are holding, following destructive blazes in both areas. The situation remains active even as French crews make progress in keeping the flames under control.

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