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.
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Significant damage occurred at the archaeological site of the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the ODAP sales outlet at Louloudadika during a rally in Athens on February 28, marking the two-year anniversary of the Tempi railway disaster. Marble from the ancient temple was broken and display cases were vandalized, but authorities quickly initiated repairs, ensuring public safety and continuing operations.
Violence broke out in Athens’ Syntagma Square on Friday afternoon following a mass rally for the Tempi train disaster. Hooded individuals threw Molotov cocktails and stones at the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, igniting fires near Parliament. Protesters also vandalized the Grande Bretagne Hotel with slogans before clashing with police. A kiosk attendant was injured amid the chaos, as authorities worked to disperse the crowd.
Two years after the tragic Tempi train accident that claimed 57 lives, survivor Evdokia Tsagli speaks out about the trauma, the fight for justice, and the duty to protest. “I survived a train car that burned to the ground,” she says, emphasising the lasting scars of the disaster. As Greece marks the anniversary with demonstrations, Tsagli demands accountability: “When injustice becomes law, protest is a duty—especially for the future of our country.”
Greece braces for nationwide protests on February 28, marking two years since the tragic Tempi train disaster. Authorities are deploying over 5,000 police officers and implementing strict security measures to ensure safety during the anticipated demonstrations, where workers across various sectors will demand justice and accountability for the victims.
GSEE will join the 24-hour nationwide strike on 28 February 2025 in memory of the Tempi train disaster victims and to demand justice. The union urges public participation in rallies organised by *Tempi 2023* and calls for accountability and stronger safety measures to prevent future tragedies.
A heated dispute has erupted within Greece’s Supreme Court over the Tempi rail disaster investigation, with victims’ families alleging political interference. Maria Karystianou, who lost her daughter in the crash, criticised the appointment of a special investigator, prompting a sharp response from Supreme Court President Ioanna Klapa. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to discuss railway modernisation with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, as concerns grow over Hellenic Train’s potential liability. Amid public outrage, GSEE has called for strikes demanding justice and rail safety reforms.
Greece’s presidential election remains in deadlock after a third round of parliamentary voting failed to produce a winner. With no candidate securing the required 180 votes, a fourth and decisive vote will take place on February 12, where only a simple majority of 151 votes is needed. Opposition leader Socratis Famellos has called on Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis to withdraw ruling party candidate Constantine Tassoulas, citing a lack of broad support and growing public distrust. The political impasse intensifies as parties strategize ahead of the final vote.
The Greek government has confirmed it will proceed with PASOK’s request for a parliamentary inquiry into the Tempi train disaster, investigating former Deputy Minister Christos Triantaopoulos for potential misconduct. State Minister Makis Voridis stated that the procedure will be initiated, emphasizing the government’s commitment to uncovering the full extent of post-tragedy actions. Meanwhile, political tensions flare between PASOK and SYRIZA over case files and procedural transparency as Greece seeks accountability for the deadly crash.