Arson attack on Greek Migration Minister's office in Athens

An arson attack targeted the political office of Greek Minister of Migration and Asylum, Thanos Plevris, in the Kolonaki district of Athens early Sunday morning, November 1, 2026. At approximately 02:15, unidentified individuals detonated an improvised incendiary device consisting of two small gas canisters at the entrance of the building on Alexandrou Soutsou Street.

The explosion caused material damage to the building's entrance, shattering the main door and breaking windows, scattering glass fragments across the surrounding area. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident. Police forces and a specialized unit from the Explosives Ordnance Disposal Department arrived at the scene to collect evidence and investigate the remains of the device.

Following the attack, Minister Plevris issued a statement condemning the perpetrators, characterizing them as supporters of illegal migration. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the strike to identify those responsible for the attack on the government facility.