Greek anti-terror police have arrested three individuals in connection to a series of attacks targeting ruling party politicians, resulting in the death of a woman in a car explosion. The attacks, which occurred on July 1, targeted the homes and vehicles of three politicians from Greece's ruling New Democracy party using homemade gas canister explosives.
Incident Details
The attacks took place at dawn in the northern city of Thessaloniki. The targets included the homes and vehicles of three politicians: former party candidate Afroditi Nestora, party's local executive committee chairman Zisis Ioakimovic, and former MP Savvas Anastasiades. The mother of Afroditi Nestora died from injuries caused by an explosion while attempting to put out the fire. Afroditi, her father, and two other people were also injured. Four vehicles in Nestora's garage were burnt.
Police Response and Arrests
In response to the attacks, Greek anti-terror police arrested three individuals in Thessaloniki and the island of Crete. The detainees are young anti-establishment figures known to the police. The improvised explosives used in the attacks were made from small butane canisters, and the attacks appear to have been carried out by the same group.
Political Reaction
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the New Democracy leader, expressed 'outrage and anger' at what he termed a 'cowardly, terrorist and murderous attack'. Government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis confirmed that the attacks took place within 15 minutes.
Background and Context
Leftist and anarchist groups in Greece often use improvised explosives to target political figures, banks, and companies, causing damage but rarely resulting in casualties. This incident, however, marks a significant escalation in violence, with a fatal outcome.
Significance for Bangladesh
This incident highlights the ongoing threat of political violence in Greece and the challenges faced by law enforcement in combating such threats. For Bangladesh, it serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining security and vigilance against potential threats to political stability.
