On the second anniversary of Greece’s deadliest train crash, which claimed 57 lives in 2023, nationwide protests escalated into violence. In Athens, demonstrators hurled petrol bombs and set fire to trash cans, prompting riot police to respond with tear gas and stun grenades. The unrest reflects deep-seated public anger over perceived government inaction and inadequate rail safety reforms since the tragedy. A general strike paralyzed public services, with hundreds of thousands participating across the country. Protesters accuse the government of neglecting infrastructure and failing to ensure justice for the victims.
Violent Protests Erupt in Greece on Train Crash Anniversary
