Explosion in Athens Apartment Kills One

An explosion in a third-floor apartment in Athens on Thursday has resulted in one man's death and serious injuries to a woman, prompting an anti-terrorism investigation. Preliminary findings by Greece’s anti-terrorism squad suggest the blast was caused by an explosive device, rather than a gas explosion, and a handgun was found at the scene. The explosion occurred in the Ampelokipi district, severely damaging the apartment and impacting neighboring buildings. Emergency responders evacuated the injured woman, while the man's identity remains unknown. Historically, Greece has experienced a wave of bomb attacks, particularly during its 2009-18 debt crisis, though such incidents have decreased recently. This latest event has raised concerns over potential terrorist activity in the region.