Blast targets Greek culture minister

A powerful bomb exploded near the home of Greek Culture Minister George Voulgarakis on Tuesday, wrecking a car, but causing no injuries.

"He was still at home. It was really strong, it was aimed at Voulgarakis," a police official said.

Mr Voulgarakis had been Public Order Minister until February and was under pressure over a phone tapping scandal and claims made by 28 Pakistani immigrants, who said they were abducted and tortured by Greek authorities.