Greek police destroy bomb outside policy research institute

Greek police destroy bomb outside policy research institute Athens - Greek police destroyed a bomb which was set to go off outside a policy research institute which is affiliated with the European Union, reports said Tuesday.

The bomb outside the Economic and Social Council building near central Athens was destroyed by bomb squads.

Police rushed to the scene after receiving three calls by an unidentified individual. No-one claimed responsibility and officials said no-one was hurt.

In an unrelated incident, arsonists set off homemade explosive devices outside the building of an upscale car dealership in a southern seaside suburb of Athens, causing serious damage to four cars.

No-one claimed responsibility for the attack. (dpa)

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