Suspected Bomb Explodes Outside Hellenic Train Office in Athens

A suspected bomb detonated outside the Hellenic Train offices in Athens, Greece, on Friday night, April 11, 2025. The explosion occurred along Syngrou Avenue, causing no injuries but prompting police to seal off the area after residents reported a loud blast. Local media stated that anonymous calls to a newspaper and a news website warned of the bomb approximately 40 minutes prior, claiming it would explode soon. The device, believed to be in a bag near the building, caused limited damage.

The incident follows ongoing public frustration with Greece’s railway system, particularly since the 2023 Tempi train disaster, which killed 57 people and highlighted safety and management failures. No group has claimed responsibility, but Greece has seen similar low-level attacks in the past, often tied to domestic anarchist or anti-establishment groups. Police are investigating, with forensic teams analyzing the site for clues.