Summary
Families gathered in a Greek courtroom for the trial related to the country's deadliest train crash. The 2023 crash near Tempi killed 57 people, mostly students, when two trains collided. Thirty-six people are on trial, facing charges that could lead to life in prison.
Key Facts
- The train crash happened in February 2023 near Tempi, Greece, involving a passenger and a goods train.
- Fifty-seven people died, with many of the victims being students.
- The trial for the crash had been delayed and involves 36 defendants.
- Out of the defendants, 33 face potential life sentences if found guilty.
- Families have complained about limited access to the courtroom proceedings.
- The crash sparked public anger and protests due to alleged negligence and possible corruption.
- There were claims that EU funds meant to improve railway safety were not used appropriately.
- No politicians are on trial, despite public frustration over the incident.
