March 3rd 2023.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Demonstrators gathered outside of the Hellenic Train company's offices in Athens in protest of safety regulations
Rail workers in Greece have taken a stand against safety issues in the aftermath of the worst train accident the country has seen in decades, which caused the death of at least 57 people. This has led to a disruption in national services and the Athens subway due to their complaints concerning the inadequate working conditions and lack of modernization in the network. Furthermore, students and left wingers have joined in the demonstrations.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) The wreckage of the train
The majority of the casualties were students making their way back to Thessaloniki from Athens following a long weekend. The force of the impact resulted in the shattering of the carriages of the express and sections of the trains being thrown off the track. An investigation is being held to determine the reason why the two trains were on the same track and a stationmaster has been arrested and is expected to appear in court. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis visited the scene of the crash and promised to prevent such tragedies from occurring again.
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