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Greek authorities report over 300 arrests linked to forest fires

Greek authorities have arrested more than 300 individuals in connection with widespread forest fires exacerbated by extreme heat and drought conditions. While the government attributes the surge in incidents to arson, the extent to which these fires are intentional versus accidental remains under investigation. The situation highlights the increasing strain on national emergency response capabilities during peak summer fire seasons.

Tagesschau3 days agoGRCredibility 52%View source

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