Greece's Unresolved Tragedy: Mass Protests Demand Justice Two Years After Tempi Train Disaster

Two years after Greece's deadliest train crash, thousands protest demanding justice. Investigation into February 28, 2023, collision remains unfinished, sparking strikes and grounding flights. Government faces criticism for inaction, amid claims of cover-ups. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis pledges railway safety improvements. Opposition calls for inquiry into political responsibility persist.

Thousands took to the streets across Greece on the second anniversary of the nation's most tragic train crash, where 57 people lost their lives in a collision near the Tempi gorge in 2023. Protesters demand justice, highlighting unaddressed safety failures and an ongoing judicial investigation without convictions.

Amid mass demonstrations in cities nationwide, flights were grounded, and transportation halted as workers across various sectors, including air traffic control and legal professions, joined a general strike. Many held signs condemning the government, which denies wrongdoing and insists that judicial bodies should investigate the crash.

Prime Minister Mitsotakis, facing accusations of political inaction, promises railway modernization. Opposition voices and a significant portion of the public express skepticism, pushing for further inquiries. The protests reflect deep-seated dissatisfaction in a country still reeling from its economic crisis.

(With inputs from agencies.)