Greek Ruling Party Calls for Nationwide Protests After Firebomb Attack Kills Candidate’s Mother

Greece’s governing New Democracy party has called on its supporters to stage protests after a firebomb attack in the northern city of Thessaloniki claimed the life of the 72-year-old mother of parliamentary candidate Afroditi Nestora. The victim died from severe burns sustained during coordinated attacks on three homes linked to members of the ruling party. Nestora was also injured in the incident, while three others were wounded.

The attacks took place before dawn when assailants placed flaming gas canisters outside the targeted homes, triggering explosions and fires. Authorities said no group has claimed responsibility so far, but the country’s anti-terrorism unit has taken over the investigation. Police believe the attacks were coordinated and are reviewing surveillance footage to identify those involved.

Government officials condemned the incident as an act of terrorism and vowed that political violence would not intimidate the country. The New Democracy party and its youth wing have called for a public rally to honour the victim and demonstrate unity against terrorism. The attack marks the first fatal assault targeting Greek politicians in more than a decade, reviving concerns over political violence in the country.

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