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France has officially recorded its hottest summer since measurements began, following similar records in Belgium and Britain. The season was marked by heatwaves and wildfires.
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All sources: Multiple sources report that France experienced its hottest summer on record, joining Belgium and Britain in a trend of extreme heat across Europe.
Key divergence: While most sources cite the environment minister's statement, Anadolu Agency and Al-Ahram Online specify the record dates back to 1900 or over a century ago, respectively, with AP News adding details of wildfires and drought.
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Aa En · Ahramonline · Apnews · France24 · Lemonde En · Straitstimes
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