Thousands Protest Across Greece Demanding Justice for Tempi Train Crash Victims

Thousands of protesters gathered across Greece, including Syntagma Square in Athens, to demand justice for the 57 victims of the February 2023 Tempi train crash, sparked by new revelations suggesting that many victims died from a fire rather than the collision itself. The demonstrations, organized under the slogans “I Have No Oxygen” and “No Crime Goes Unpunished,” reflected widespread anger towards the government, with accusations of a cover-up in the investigations. Notable figures, including Maria Karystianou, a key organizer and mother of a victim, spoke passionately about the need for accountability and transparency. The protests extended to at least 97 cities domestically and internationally, with participants calling for an end to governmental negligence. Recent audio evidence and an expert report indicated that the deaths may have been linked to flammable liquids, challenging previous government narratives. The protests also coincided with political tensions regarding the nomination of Konstantinos Tasoulas for President, which victims' families have condemned as an impediment to justice.