Police Investigate Bomb Explosion Killing 38-Year-Old Woman in Thessaloniki, Greece

A 38-year-old woman was killed in Thessaloniki, Greece, when the bomb she was carrying to plant outside a bank exploded in her hands, damaging several storefronts and vehicles. Authorities revealed that she had a criminal record involving drugs, prostitution, and previous robberies, and are investigating her potential ties to extremist groups. The Greek police's organized crime division is leading the probe, reflecting broader concerns about a resurgence of domestic extremist activity. Recent similar incidents, including bomb attacks in Athens, have prompted warnings from officials about a new generation of domestic extremists. The country has a history of politically motivated violence, though most earlier groups have been dismantled and new ones have emerged in recent years. The investigation is ongoing to determine whether the woman acted alone or as part of a wider network.