Massive Protests and Strikes in Greece Mark Two Years Since Deadly Train Collision

Over 325,000 people demand justice and accountability for the 2023 rail disaster that killed 57, as allegations of negligence and cover-up intensify.

Protests erupted across Greece with over 325,000 participants, including 180,000 in Athens, on the second anniversary of the 2023 train collision that killed 57 people, mostly young passengers.
A nationwide general strike brought transportation, schools, and businesses to a halt, as citizens demanded answers and accountability for the tragedy.
The collision occurred when two trains ran on the same track for 19 minutes due to human error and systemic safety failures, including outdated infrastructure and absent alarm systems.
Families of victims and protesters accuse authorities of negligence and a deliberate cover-up, with allegations of destroyed evidence and unaddressed safety lapses in the rail system.
A recent report revealed the freight train involved was carrying undeclared explosive chemicals, potentially worsening the disaster's impact, further fueling public outrage.