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Greek anti-terrorist police arrest three over bombings targeting politicians

Greek anti-terrorist police have arrested three people over bombings that targeted the homes and vehicles of three politicians from the ruling New Democracy party in Thessaloniki on 1 July. The dawn attacks used homemade gas canister explosives and caused no fatalities.

A street cordoned off with police tape at night
A street cordoned off with police tape at nightPhoto: cottonbro studio / Pexels
Euronews1 h ago

Greece's anti-terrorist unit said it had arrested three people in connection with the 1 July bombings in Thessaloniki. The attacks targeted the homes and vehicles of three politicians from the ruling New Democracy party.

According to security officials, the attackers used homemade gas canister explosives in the early morning hours. The bombings caused no fatalities, though they left material damage to the targeted homes and vehicles.

As the investigation continues, authorities are examining whether those arrested are linked to a politically motivated group. The attacks have prompted a review of security measures for politicians across Greece.

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