# Bombing Kills Six in Central Athens

- Place: Athens, Greece (37.9838, 23.7275)
- Published: 2026-10-31T20:57:21.013Z · expires 2026-11-07T20:57:21.013Z
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A blast in central Athens killed six people and injured dozens, police say. The attack occurred near the historic Syntagma Square, per UPI.

Three men have been arrested in connection with the explosion, which happened at approximately 10:30 AM local time, according to Reuters.

The Greek government has condemned the attack, calling it a terrorist act, while international leaders expressed solidarity with Athens, Bloomberg reports.

Emergency services were quick to respond, and the area was secured within minutes. No further details about the suspected perpetrators have been released.

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