Europe Intelligence Brief August 4 — Italy invoked Schengen emergency powers against Spain over a Ceuta migrant surge, wildfires force 250,000

Spain rushed to reinforce its border as European leaders debated new controls after thousands crossed into Ceuta

The mass arrival exposed divisions over migration policy, with 22 European Union states calling for a coordinated response.

Madrid says 70,000 of the 72,000 that crossed into Ceuta have returned home

European Union interior ministers on Tuesday called for tougher action against migrant smuggling networks and stronger return policies after around 72,000 migrants entered Spain's…