On Wednesday evening, August 12, 2026, a rare total solar eclipse occurred over northern Spain, briefly turning day into night as the Moon completely blocked the Sun. This spectacular event was witnessed firsthand in regions such as Segovia, where France 24 correspondent Sarah Morris reported live.

Beyond northern Spain, millions of people across Europe, Canada, the northern United States, and northwest Africa observed a partial solar eclipse. Scientists value such eclipses for the unique insights they provide into the Sun and the broader universe.

This celestial event was widely covered by France 24 English, highlighting both the visual spectacle and its scientific significance.

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