Nationwide Strike Disrupts Local Transport Across Germany

Workers demand better conditions, marking the third transport strike in two weeks.

Local transport workers in Germany initiated a nationwide strike, affecting buses, trams, and subway trains across the country, except for Bavaria.
The strike, called by the Ver.di service workers’ union, is part of ongoing disputes over working conditions, including demands for a shorter working week and extra compensation for shift and night work.
This marks the third transport-related strike in Germany within two weeks, with previous strikes targeting the rail and airport sectors as well.
Negotiations between the union and local transport operators, who employ about 90,000 people, have failed to make progress.
The strike has caused significant disruptions for commuters and travelers, with some airports also experiencing cancellations due to separate strikes by security workers.