Gaza Diplomacy: The US-backed “Board of Peace” says Hamas has agreed to a phased roadmap for complete disarmament, Israeli withdrawal, and a transition to a civilian governance structure backed by an International Stabilization Force—though analysts warn the hardest part will be verifying weapons handover and managing trust. Prisons & Deportations: Britain’s justice ministers are pushing to expand foreign prisoner transfer deals to ease overcrowding, with Albania flagged among the largest sources of overseas inmates. Territorial Reform Protests: Albania’s proposed municipal mergers (61 down to 46) sparked fresh street protests, with residents in Belsh and other towns arguing the changes erase local identity. Summer Pressure: Albania braces for extreme heat up to 41°C, while wildfires spread across multiple regions and the government temporarily suspends construction in tourist and protected coastal areas until Sept. 15 to reduce noise and disruption. Crime & Safety: Italian tourists reported an assault by teenagers in central Tirana; in Bulqizë, a miner was trapped after a chrome mine accident; and SPAK says an Albanian businessman arrested in France faces asset seizures tied to a €2.6m castle and €2m in accounts. Economy Snapshot: Eurostat data shows 53% of Albanian households can’t afford a one-week holiday, and Albania remains Europe’s lowest on minimum wage rankings.