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Fire Breaks Out in Historic Church of St Athanasios in Ioannina

A fire broke out in the historic Church of St Athanasius in Ioannina early Wednesday, causing smoke and fire damage. The blaze, which began in the women’s balcony under unclear circumstances, was contained by firefighters in the early hours. As a listed monument, the church's damage is under careful review, with a preliminary investigation underway to determine the cause.

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Hydra Fire: Yacht Captain Takes Full Responsibility for the Blaze

The captain of a yacht chartered by Kazakh nationals has taken full responsibility for a fire that broke out in the pine forest on Hydra Island. In recent testimony, he admitted to setting off fireworks which led to the blaze, stating he acted independently to surprise the passengers. His remarks could influence the prosecution of 13 crew members and arson charges against eight Kazakh nationals, including a prominent oligarch.