German Train and Air Travel Face Disruption as Strikes Intensify

Unions demand wage increases and reduced working hours, leading to widespread cancellations.

Two unions in Germany have called for strikes affecting flights and trains over wage and working condition disputes.
Around 200,000 air passengers and millions of travelers will be affected by the two-day strike.
GDL union demands a reduction in working hours from 38 to 35 per week without a pay cut, while Ver.di seeks a 12.5% pay raise for Lufthansa ground workers.
Deutsche Bahn and Lufthansa negotiations with unions have led to several recent walkouts.
The GDL union warns of a 'strike wave,' reducing the reliability of the railways as a means of transportation.