Israeli Arab Victim of Mistaken Identity Attack in Greece, Faces Recovery from Severe Injuries

Nazareth, Israel — A 24-year-old Arab Israeli from Nazareth suffered a brutal assault while vacationing in Greece, in an incident that apparently stemmed from a case of mistaken identity. Fahad Qubati, the victim, was assumed to be Jewish by his attackers and is now back in Israel, facing a long recovery that includes several surgeries for injuries mainly to his jaw and head. The incident took place after Qubati, who recently completed his service in …

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Tourist Alert: Escalating Heatwave in Greece Linked to Rising Fatalities and Missing Persons

Athens, Greece — An intense heatwave sweeping across Greece this summer poses severe health risks, particularly to the nation’s influx of tourists, authorities warned on Thursday. With temperatures soaring to record highs, several tourists have already succumbed to heat-related illnesses, and a number of others have disappeared in what officials believe may be related incidents. Health officials are advising tourists and residents alike to take precautionary measures against the oppressive heat, including staying hydrated, avoiding …

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