Greek Prime Minister Vows to Defy Motion of Censure over Train Tragedy

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis vowed to defy a censure motion in the wake of the country’s deadliest train accident, which resulted in 57 deaths in February 2023. Mitsotakis accused the opposition parties of spreading misinformation over the accident and assured the nation that he will keep the nation peaceful. The opposition has attacked the government over allegations of allegedly covering up for the causes of the tragedy.

The accident occurred on 28th February 2023 when two trains crashed in Larissa. The trains were traveling on the same track for miles without any warning. The accident was caused by faulty equipment and human mistake. Over 40 people, including the station master, have been brought to trial, but the trial will not take place until next year.

Opinion surveys indicate that most Greeks think the government attempted to conceal evidence surrounding the tragedy. A parliamentary inquiry was recently initiated into whether a high-ranking official, Christos Triantopoulos, permitted the bulldozing of the crash site, which destroyed crucial evidence. Triantopoulos resigned but claimed innocence. Demonstrations have been held throughout Greece, calling for justice for the victims.