# Greece battles wildfires, including near Athens

https://mins.news/en/item/11727

- DW, 2026-08-01 10:16 UTC
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- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/greece-battles-wildfires-including-near-athens/a-78201243?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Firefighters are tackling wildfires at more than 70 locations across Greece. Strong winds are continuing to fan the flames, making the response harder for crews. One of the affected areas is near Athens, where the ongoing conditions are adding to the challenges faced by firefighters.

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