As wildfires devastate parts of Europe, UN Secretary-General António Guterres and foreign ministers from the UK, France, and Spain have linked the crisis to climate change, urging accelerated emissions cuts. Guterres described the current climate situation as being in ‘overdrive,’ exacerbated by the intensifying El Niño phenomenon, which is expected to lead to record-breaking temperatures and disrupted rainfall patterns. A World Meteorological Organization report warns that El Niño will significantly heighten global temperature risks. Recent studies indicate that human-induced climate change has made wildfires in France and Spain significantly more likely. In response, the ministers have called for enhanced national climate plans aligned with the Paris Agreement and emphasized the need for scientific input in future climate assessments. They also highlighted the importance of addressing methane emissions and supporting sustainable financing for developing nations.