Hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets across Greece on Friday, marking the second anniversary of the country’s worst train disaster. Protesters demanded justice for the victims, while a nationwide strike disrupted flights, rail services, and businesses.

The tragic collision on February 28, 2023, near the Tempi gorge, claimed 57 lives when a passenger train carrying students crashed into a freight train. A recent inquiry revealed that the safety flaws responsible for the accident still exist, and despite an ongoing judicial investigation, no one has been held accountable.

Demonstrations were held in multiple cities, with tens of thousands gathering in Athens’ Syntagma Square. Many carried signs accusing the government of negligence, while the victims’ names were spray-painted in red outside parliament. Students dressed in black as a sign of mourning, and banners displaying “I have no oxygen,” a phrase linked to one of the victims’ last words, were prominently displayed.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis acknowledged the tragedy, pledging railway improvements. However, critics and opposition parties have accused the government of concealing evidence and delaying justice. With 82% of Greeks considering the crash a major issue, parliament is set to debate the formation of a committee to investigate political responsibility next week.