A bomb exploded late Friday near the central Athens offices of Hellenic Train, Greece’s primary railway operator, causing minor damage but no injuries. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

A bomb exploded late Friday near the central Athens offices of Hellenic Train, Greece’s primary railway operator, causing minor damage but no injuries
Police officers from the forensics department check the area after a bomb explosion outside of the Hellenic Train offices the company that runs Greece’s railway, in Athens, Greece, Friday, April 11, 2025. Credit: AP/Petros Giannakouris

Authorities responded swiftly after receiving an anonymous warning call placed to a local newspaper and news website. The caller alerted them to a bomb outside the company headquarters and predicted it would detonate within 40 minutes. Police quickly evacuated the area and sealed off Syngrou Avenue to ensure public safety.

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The explosion caused minor property damage but did not harm employees or bystanders. In a public statement, Hellenic Train confirmed that the blast occurred near its central offices and emphasized that it was working closely with law enforcement to protect staff and assist with the investigation.

Forensic experts arrived shortly after the explosion and began collecting evidence. According to police, the device had been concealed in a bag placed strategically near the building. The motive behind the attack remains under investigation, though suspicions have grown amid recent unrest surrounding Greece’s troubled rail system.

Bomb Incident Intensifies Scrutiny on Rail Safety

Tensions continue to rise in the aftermath of the devastating Tempe train collision in February 2023, which left 57 dead and dozens injured. The tragedy, Greece’s worst railway disaster, highlighted glaring deficiencies in the country’s rail infrastructure and sparked nationwide protests. Families of victims have led the demonstrations, demanding accountability and systemic reform.

In Parliament earlier Friday, a heated debate over the crash led to lawmakers voting in favor of referring a former Cabinet minister to judicial authorities for investigation. The motion followed renewed criticism of the government’s failure to hold high-ranking officials responsible for the disaster.

Bomb Attack Reflects Ongoing Political Unrest

In its response to the bombing, Hellenic Train condemned all forms of violence, warning that acts of aggression risk undermining national efforts to improve the rail system and move forward.

Although major extremist groups from previous decades have been dismantled, Greece continues to face threats from emerging radical factions. Just last year, a failed bomb-making attempt in central Athens claimed one life and severely injured another. That incident prompted senior officials to warn of a resurgence in domestic extremist activity.

The latest blast adds further strain to a nation still grappling with grief, mistrust, and mounting political pressure.

Source: www.newsday.com

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