US Secretary of State: Woman killed in Greece firebomb attack because daughter ran for election

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has condemned a fatal firebomb attack in Greece, stating it was an "execution" motivated by political opposition. Speaking at a State Department event focused on "Reigniting Political Terrorism," Rubio highlighted the case of a 72-year-old woman who suffered severe burns and died after her home was attacked.

Rubio explained that the woman's death was a direct consequence of her daughter's decision to run for election. "You are here because two weeks ago a 72-year-old woman was burned over 80% of her body in her own home in Greece. She died after a firebomb attack because her daughter dared to run for election," Rubio stated, addressing ambassadors from participating countries.

The U.S. official, alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, used the incident to underscore the broader issue of political terrorism during the international conference. The event brought together representatives from numerous countries to discuss strategies for combating political violence.

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You are here because two weeks ago a 72-year-old woman was burned over 80% of her body in her own home in Greece. She died after a firebomb attack because her daughter dared to run for election.