Athens

Athens is the capital city of Greece. It is a major European city known for its ancient history and landmarks.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to a deadly building explosion and wildfires near the city.

Latest on Athens

• British national among six dead in building explosion close to Acropolis in Athens
• Six dead after explosion destroys building in Athens
• 6 dead after explosion destroys building in Athens
• Two dead, hundreds evacuated from fires on island near Athens
• Greek mayor among three charged over wildfire near Athens

Connections

4 entities linked to Athens across the news graph.