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Thessaloniki Bomb Blast Claims Life of 38-Year-Old Woman

5/6/2025

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A tragic incident unfolded in Thessaloniki, Greece, when a 38-year-old woman carrying a bomb met a fatal explosion. Her intention was to detonate it outside a bank. Authorities are now probing her past for connections to extremist groups, amidst Greece's ongoing struggle with politically charged violence and organized crime.

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A tragic incident unfolded in Thessaloniki, Greece, when a 38-year-old woman carrying a bomb met a fatal explosion. Her intention was to detonate it outside a bank. Authorities are now probing her past for connections to extremist groups, amidst Greece's ongoing struggle with politically charged violence and organized crime.