Thessaloniki
Coverage of Thessaloniki in the Nexus archive.
- Man partially sucked out of Ryanair plane’s window, passengers say
A Ryanair flight made an emergency landing after a window dislodged, partially sucking a man out of the aircraft. Passengers helped pull him back in, and he was hospitalized with friction burns but is in good condition. The flight, intended for Germany from Thessaloniki, returned due to the incident, which is under investigation.
- Passenger was injured after being partially sucked out of plane on takeoff from Greece
A passenger was injured after a window broke mid-flight on a Ryanair flight from Greece to Germany, causing the plane to return to Thessaloniki. The 61-year-old received medical treatment for neck, shoulder, and friction burns. A replacement aircraft later transported passengers to Germany.
- Passenger sucked out of airplane ‘to his shoulders’ after window breaks
A passenger on a Ryanair flight was partially sucked out of the plane after a window dislodged midair, forcing the flight to return to Thessaloniki, Greece. Other passengers restrained the injured man, who was later treated for shock and injuries. An investigation into the incident is underway.
- A Ryanair passenger was injured when a cabin window 'dislodged' in midair
A Ryanair passenger was injured when a cabin window dislodged midair during a flight from Thessaloniki, Greece, to Memmingen, Germany. The plane diverted back to Thessaloniki, where the passenger received medical assistance. A replacement aircraft later completed the journey with a four-hour delay.
- Man nearly sucked out of ‘detached’ window on Ryanair flight
A man was nearly sucked out of a 'detached' window on a Ryanair flight mid-air while traveling from Greece to Germany. Other passengers pulled him back inside, and he was hospitalized with friction burns but is in good condition.
- Greek anti-terror police arrest 3 after car blast kills 1
Greek anti-terror police arrested three individuals linked to recent attacks targeting ruling party politicians, including a car explosion that killed one woman. Two more arrests were made in connection to a 2010 firebomb attack that killed three people.
- Greek anti-terrorist police arrest 3 for bomb attack that killed politician’s mother, injured 4
Greek anti-terrorist police arrested three individuals for firebomb attacks targeting conservative New Democracy party members in Thessaloniki, which killed the 72-year-old mother of parliamentary candidate Afroditi Nestora and injured four others. The attacks occurred on July 1, 2026, and are part of a broader history of politically motivated violence in Greece.
- Greek anti-terrorist police arrest 3 for bomb attack that killed politician’s mother, injured 4
Greek anti-terrorist police arrested three individuals linked to a firebomb attack that killed the mother of conservative politician Afroditi Nestora and injured four others. The July 1 attack in Thessaloniki targeted homes of New Democracy party members, using crude bombs made with camping gas canisters. Greece has a history of politically motivated violence involving similar devices.
- Thousands flee new wave of European wildfires
Wildfires in southern Europe have forced thousands to flee, burning over 50,000 acres across Portugal, Spain, France, and Greece. The fires disrupted the Tour de France, banned spectators from a stage, and were linked to rising temperatures and climate change.
- Greece's Thessaloniki threatened by spreading wildfire
A fast-moving wildfire broke out in Greece's second-largest city, Thessaloniki, on July 4, forcing evacuations in three suburbs. A 76-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of starting the blaze after his vehicle produced sparks, with strong winds aiding the fire's rapid spread.
- Wildfires rage in Portugal, Greece and Spain while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
Wildfires are raging in Portugal, Greece, and Spain, with toxic smoke from a burning recycling plant in Greece prompting residents to stay indoors. Spain and Italy have sent reinforcements to Portugal to combat a massive blaze, while Greece faces multiple fires, including one near Thessaloniki that damaged businesses and homes. A 76-year-old man was arrested for allegedly starting a fire through negligence.
- Hundreds of firefighters battle a wildfire in Portugal, while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
Hundreds of firefighters in Portugal and Greece are battling wildfires, with Spain and Italy sending reinforcements to Portugal. Toxic smoke from a burning recycling plant near Thessaloniki, Greece, forced residents to stay indoors, and a 76-year-old man was arrested for suspected negligence in starting a blaze that damaged homes and businesses.
- Hundreds of firefighters battle a wildfire in Portugal, while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
Hundreds of firefighters in Portugal and Greece combat wildfires, with Spain and Italy providing reinforcements. Toxic smoke from a burning recycling plant in Thessaloniki, Greece, forced residents indoors, while a 76-year-old man was arrested for allegedly causing a blaze through negligence.
- Hundreds of firefighters battle a wildfire in Portugal, while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
Hundreds of firefighters in Portugal and Greece are battling wildfires, with Spain and Italy sending reinforcements to Portugal. In Greece, toxic smoke from a burning recycling plant near Thessaloniki prompted residents to stay indoors, and a 76-year-old man was arrested for allegedly starting the fire through negligence.
- Hundreds of firefighters battle a wildfire in Portugal, while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
Hundreds of firefighters in Portugal and Greece combat wildfires, with Spain and Italy sending reinforcements to Portugal. Toxic smoke from a burning recycling plant near Thessaloniki, Greece, forced residents indoors, while a blaze in central Portugal has burned over 12,000 hectares. A 76-year-old man was arrested in Greece for allegedly starting a fire through negligence.
- A fast-moving wildfire near Greece’s Thessaloniki sparks evacuations as smoke blankets suburbs
A fast-moving wildfire near Thessaloniki, Greece, sparked evacuations in three suburbs and a facility for people with special needs. The fire, which began in a mountainous ravine, spread quickly through brush, damaged businesses, and led to the arrest of a 76-year-old suspect. Firefighters and volunteers are battling the blaze amid strong winds.
- A fast-moving wildfire near Greece’s Thessaloniki sparks evacuations as smoke blankets suburbs
A fast-moving wildfire near Thessaloniki, Greece, sparked evacuations in three suburbs and spread through brush, damaging businesses but not residences. Over 115 firefighters and 38 fire engines are battling the blaze, which is hindered by strong winds. Additional wildfires are burning in the Halkidiki Peninsula and Kilkis.
- Wildfires kill a father and son in Greece and prompt evacuations in 2 villages
Wildfires in Greece killed a father and his 12-year-old son and prompted evacuations in two villages as firefighters and aircraft battled the blazes. The fires also led to the deployment of 135 firefighters and 25 aircraft in central Greece, with three other wildfires quickly contained. Greece is using satellite technology to monitor wildfires amid ongoing challenges from climate change.
- Firebomb attacks in northern Greek city target residences of governing party members
Firebomb attacks occurred in the northern Greek city of Thessaloniki, targeting residences of governing party members. The attacks between 4 a.m. and 4:45 a.m. used crude explosive devices made with camping gas canisters.
- Firebomb attacks in northern Greek city target residences of governing party members
Three pre-dawn firebomb attacks in Thessaloniki, Greece, targeted residences of members of the governing New Democracy party, injuring five people. The attacks used crude explosive devices made with camping gas canisters, with the last incident causing vehicle fires and burns to a parliamentary candidate and her mother. Similar attacks by militant groups against political figures or authority symbols have occurred previously in Greece.