Bomb Explodes Near Hellenic Train Offices, No Injuries Reported

An explosion occurred outside the headquarters of Hellenic Train in central Athens on Friday night, following an anonymous warning call about a bomb planted in a backpack. The device detonated shortly after 8:53 PM local time, causing limited material damage but thankfully no injuries to nearby residents or employees. The blast comes amid ongoing public outrage over a major railway disaster in 2023, which resulted in the deaths of 57 people. Authorities quickly cordoned off the area and conducted investigations, while officials condemned the act as unacceptable violence. Hellenic Train confirmed their cooperation with authorities and expressed relief that no one was harmed. The incident has raised questions about security and safety measures in the wake of the previous tragedy.