In a heated session of the Greek Parliament, a preliminary investigative committee on the Tempi train collision voted to summon former minister Christos Triantopoulos to testify, prompting a walkout by six opposition parties. Accusing the ruling New Democracy party of undermining the probe, opposition leaders decried the move as a constitutional violation and a cover-up, casting a shadow over the pursuit of justice in one of Greece’s deadliest rail disasters.
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Former minister and New Democracy MP Christos Triantopoulos has released the contents of an e-mail cited in a controversial *Estia* report, aiming to refute allegations of a “cover-up.” Posting the e-mail on social media, he accused the newspaper of distorting its meaning, clarifying that it pertained to financial support for victims’ families and site restoration in Thessaly. Triantopoulos denied any coordinating role, dismissing the claims as politically motivated misinformation.
The Greek Parliament has voted to launch a preliminary investigation into former Deputy Minister for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Christos Triantopoulos, over possible offences related to the deadly Tempi train crash. The motion passed with 277 votes, prompting Triantopoulos to resign, stating that “politics is not a profession for me.” His resignation follows that of Civil Protection Secretary General Vassilis Papageorgiou. Opposition parties, including PASOK and SYRIZA, agreed on the scope of the inquiry, which also touches on broader governance issues such as inflation and the rule of law.
Greek Civil Protection Secretary General Vassilis Papageorgiou has resigned to “facilitate the work of Greek justice” in the investigation into the deadly Tempi train collision. In his resignation letter to Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, he emphasized his determination to prove he bore no responsibility for any operational failures. His departure follows that of Deputy Minister Christos Triantopoulos, who also resigned amid the probe. The tragic crash, which occurred two years ago, remains one of Greece’s worst rail disasters, prompting legal scrutiny and public outcry over safety and emergency response measures.
Christos Triantopoulos has resigned as Deputy Minister amid allegations of a cover-up in the Tempi railway disaster. Denying wrongdoing, he says his actions were part of a government response. A parliamentary investigation is underway as political tensions rise.
Heavy rains have ravaged the Greek island of Rhodes, triggering flash floods and stranding residents. The Ialyssos River overflowed, damaging a key bridge and isolating communities. Authorities are rushing aid to those affected, with financial assistance expected before the holidays.
Deputy Minister for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, Christos Triantopoulos, announced in Parliament that €365 million has been distributed to flood victims in Greece over the past 18 months. The funds have supported over 65,000 individuals affected by the severe storms of 2023. Triantopoulos also emphasised the need for continued financial backing and staff extensions to ensure the efficiency of ongoing relief efforts as the country recovers from the disaster.
Over €12.8 million in disaster relief has been distributed to businesses in Thessaly and Evros impacted by severe floods and wildfires in 2023. The aid, processed through the “myBusinessSupport” platform, supports 1,313 businesses as part of a government effort led by the Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection and other agencies. The majority of funds were directed to flood-hit Thessaly, while relief in Evros focused on tourism businesses affected by wildfires.
Digital Governance Minister Dimitris Papastergiou and Deputy Minister Christos Triantopoulos launched “Digispect,” an app to streamline inspections of buildings damaged by natural disasters, enabling faster, safer assessments by civil engineers.