- A powerful explosion in the historic Plaka district of Athens near the Acropolis caused a two-storey building to collapse on Friday morning.
- At least two women were rescued from a neighbouring building and taken to hospital, while a passer-by sustained minor injuries.
- The blast caused significant damage to nearby structures and crushed several parked cars under falling debris.
- Emergency services cordoned off the area as rescue crews searched the rubble for any trapped individuals.
- While the official cause remains unconfirmed, local media report that a gas leak is suspected.
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