Schengen Shock (Ceuta Crisis): Italy moved to restore border checks after the migrant rush into Spain’s Ceuta, with the government reintroducing temporary controls for arrivals by air and sea from Spain and framing it as a national security response. EU Politics & Feasibility: A Brussels report says Italy’s push to “shut Spain out” of Schengen is likely not legally workable, even as the row grows and other European leaders back tougher action. Human Toll: Spain’s death toll from the Ceuta crossings rose to at least 72, with hundreds treated after thousands surged over the short Morocco–Spain gap. Energy Deal (Italy in the Mix): TotalEnergies agreed to buy Shell’s European onshore renewables business, including a portfolio with major assets in Italy, while TotalEnergies also struck a separate deal selling a stake to KKR. Heat & Risk: Europe’s extreme summer conditions are intensifying, with heatwaves and wildfires increasingly reshaping daily life and economies. Culture Spotlight (Italy): UNESCO added Italy’s “Condominio Theatres” system to the World Heritage list, highlighting the country’s distinctive cultural heritage.