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Investigations into the deadly Plaka explosion are now focusing on an internal gas leak within the building, with initial indications pointing to the second floor. Authorities have confirmed that the central gas network was not compromised, and a nearby building has been evacuated for demolition. In other domestic news, authorities are investigating a fire in Nea Ionia as suspected arson after new shocking images emerged. Meanwhile, the ongoing inquiry into the death of Mazonakis has seen a second witness change their testimony and the emergence of an audio recording, with a nurse also revising her account. Additionally, the Council of State has ruled that public authorities and regional governments will be responsible for compensating damages to properties constructed with illegal permits near streams. Greece is also celebrating 20 years since the first robotic surgery was performed in the country.

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The investigation into the fatal Plaka explosion in Athens is now centered on an internal gas leak within the affected building, specifically on the second floor. Authorities have clarified that the central gas network remained intact, with no prior reports of gas odor. A nearby building has been evacuated for demolition as the inquiry continues.

Ναυτεμπορική: Plaka: Gas leak is the suspected source of explosion

An investigation is underway into a gas leak on the second floor of a building in the Plaka area of Athens, believed to be the cause of a recent explosion. A nearby building has been evacuated for demolition.

in.gr: Plaka Gas Leak Investigation and Related Devices - Where the Murderous…

An investigation into a deadly explosion in Plaka, Athens, has confirmed no natural gas leak from the central pipeline connected to the building. The focus is on related devices and the direction of the ongoing inquiry.

Kathimerini: Gas leak and explosion in Plaka, Athens: Central network intact

A gas leak within a building in Plaka, Athens, led to an explosion. Investigations suggest the central gas network was not compromised, with no prior odor reports.

News247: Plaka: Where investigations focus on the explosion - Indications on the 2nd…

Investigations into a deadly explosion in Plaka are focusing on specific areas, with initial indications pointing to the second floor.

The investigation into the death of Mazonakis continues with new developments, including a second witness altering their testimony and the emergence of an audio recording from shortly after the death at a clinic. A nurse involved in the case has also revised her statement regarding the events and panic at the clinic.

News247: Death of Mazonakis: A second witness changes testimony - "We are all jointly…

A second witness has altered their testimony regarding the death of Mazonakis, with new details emerging about the case and the doctor's alleged statements.

in.gr: Audio Recording Shortly After Mazonakis's Death at Karneadou Clinic - Doctor's…

An audio recording has emerged from shortly after the death of Giorgos Mazonakis at a clinic on Karneadou street, with the doctor's daughter reportedly present. Related news covers conflicting testimonies and the alleged sedatives used.

Kathimerini: Death of Mazonaki: Nurse revises testimony about panic at the clinic

A story detailing the death of Mazonaki, with a nurse revising her testimony about the events at the clinic.

New shocking images have surfaced following a fire in Nea Ionia, prompting authorities to launch an investigation into the possibility of arson.

News247: Nea Ionia: New shocking images after the fire - Authorities "see" arson

Following a fire in Nea Ionia, new, shocking images have emerged, and authorities are investigating the possibility of arson.

The Council of State has issued a ruling stating that public authorities and regional governments are responsible for compensating damages to properties built with illegal permits located near streams.

News247: Council of State: Public and Regions to compensate for damage to properties…

The Council of State has ruled that public authorities and regional governments will be responsible for compensating damages to properties constructed with illegal permits located near streams.

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