Greece battles wildfires, evacuating residents near Athens

Greece battles major wildfires near Athens, prompting evacuations as the country faces severe heatwave conditions with temperatures reaching up to 44C. The fires have destroyed properties, endangered lives, and ravaged forest areas, leading Greece to seek European Union assistance for firefighting aircraft. Despite containment efforts in some regions, the blazes continue to pose threats, with firefighters and volunteers working tirelessly to tackle the ongoing emergency and prevent further destruction in affected areas.