In a chilling new audio from the Tempi train tragedy, a young woman’s desperate call to Greece’s “100” hotline captures the panic as flames engulf the train after a deadly collision. “Help, the train is on fire!” she pleads, with screams echoing in the background. The recording, now part of a massive case file, intensifies questions about the blaze that killed many of the 57 victims, fueling demands for answers and rail safety reforms.
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Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis addressed recent protests and the Tempi train tragedy, stating, “The majority demanded truth, justice, and modern trains—we must move faster to reform the state. This majority will judge us in 2027.” Alongside political reflections, he highlighted economic growth (2.3% in 2024), a 17-year low unemployment rate (8.7%), and new initiatives in health, housing, tourism, and energy exploration.
The Greek government has announced a comprehensive overhaul of the urban planning and building licensing process, aimed at significantly reducing waiting times and increasing efficiency. New measures will streamline procedures for smaller and larger developments, with permits for up to two residences issued in 40 working days and larger projects processed within 80 working days starting March 2025. The initiative also aims to focus regulatory efforts on more complex developments and expedite existing application backlogs.
Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama, and Somalia are set to secure non-permanent seats on the U.N. Security Council following a secret ballot in the General Assembly. They will replace Mozambique, Japan, Ecuador, Malta, and Switzerland, joining the five permanent members and the countries elected last year. The Security Council faces ongoing challenges, including Russia’s veto power and the need for reform to reflect the contemporary world.
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