Explosion Rocks Nightclub in Peristeri

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1. έκρηξη  (f.)
   Απότομη και βίαιη εκτόνωση με καταστροφικές συνέπειες. ↩︎
2. νυχτερινός
   Που γίνεται κατά τη διάρκεια της νύχτας. ↩︎
3. κέντρο  (n.)
   Χώρος που προσφέρει συγκεκριμένες υπηρεσίες ή διασκέδαση. ↩︎
4. υλικός
   Που αφορά υλικό ή περιουσιακό στοιχείο. ↩︎
5. τραυματίας  (m.)
   Άτομο που έχει υποστεί τραύμα. ↩︎
6. ερευνώ
   Διεξάγω έρευνα για να ανακαλύψω κάτι. ↩︎

Translation

Text comprehension

Question 1: When did the explosion happen?

Question 2: What is the police doing about the explosion?

Vocabulary

Greek	English
έκρηξη  (f.)	explosion
νυχτερινός	nocturnal
κέντρο  (n.)	centre
υλικός	material
τραυματίας  (m.)	injured person
ερευνώ	investigate

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In the early hours of Wednesday morning, an explosion occurred outside a nightclub in the bustling area of Peristeri’s Bournazi Square, causing significant material damage but fortunately no injuries. The venue, which was closed at the time, was targeted with an explosive device that was placed near one of its entrances.

The incident has drawn considerable attention, particularly as it comes only a few weeks after a fatal stabbing took place on the same premises. On October 20th, a 37-year-old Bulgarian man was killed following a knife fight, and while the authorities are carefully probing possible connections between the two incidents, initial assessments suggest that they may not be directly linked.

Following the explosion, units from the Bomb Disposal Department were dispatched promptly. They discovered remnants of slow-burning fuses at the scene, indicating a premeditated act. The case is currently under investigation by the Directorate of Organized Crime and Extortion, who are considering all potential motivations behind the attack.

Witnesses reported the explosion as “powerful,” with its impact felt across the surrounding area. It shattered windows and damaged a door at the nightclub, as well as affecting nearby businesses and parked vehicles. Local law enforcement has intensified efforts to track down those responsible, although as of yet, no arrests have been made.

This incident has escalated tensions in the area which is known for its vibrant nightlife scene. Residents and business owners remain on edge as they await further information from police investigations. Authorities emphasize their commitment to maintaining safety and ensuring the responsible parties are brought to justice.

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