Gunman arrested after Athens shooting

An 89-year-old man is in custody following a rare double shooting that targeted government buildings in the heart of Athens.

The suspect allegedly opened fire inside a social security office and later an appeals court, injuring multiple people including a security guard.

Authorities revealed that the gunman had previously been stripped of his shotgun license due to a history of mental illness.

While the motive for the attack remains under investigation, the incident has raised serious questions about security gaps and the enforcement of firearms regulations in the Greek capital.

The Greek government has insisted that the country remains broadly safe despite the disturbing event.