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Clashes break out in Greece after rally outside parliament over deadly 2023 train crash

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Posted on March 5, 2025

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ATHENS (Reuters) - Clashes broke out in Athens on Wednesday between Greek police and demonstrators protesting over a 2023 train crash that killed 57 people, most of them students, in the country's

Violent Clashes Erupt in Athens During Protest Over Fatal Train Crash

ATHENS (Reuters) - Clashes broke out in Athens on Wednesday between Greek police and demonstrators protesting over a 2023 train crash that killed 57 people, most of them students, in the country's worst rail disaster.

The violence erupted after thousands of people peacefully rallied outside parliament where lawmakers debated a censure motion submitted by opposition parties against the centre-right government.

Earlier, demonstrators released lanterns into the air and held a moment of silence to honour the victims. Candles shaped the number "57" on the ground.

(Reporting by Louisa Gouliamaki and Stamos Prousalis; Writing by Renee Maltezou; Editing by Chris Reese)

Key Takeaways

  • Clashes occurred in Athens during a protest over a train crash.
  • The crash in 2023 was Greece's worst rail disaster, killing 57.
  • Protesters rallied outside parliament against the government.
  • Demonstrators honored victims with lanterns and candles.
  • The protest turned violent after a peaceful start.

Frequently Asked Questions

What event triggered the protests in Athens?
The protests were triggered by a deadly train crash in 2023 that killed 57 people, most of them students.
What actions did demonstrators take during the rally?
Demonstrators released lanterns into the air, held a moment of silence, and arranged candles to form the number '57' on the ground.
What was being debated in parliament during the protests?
Lawmakers were debating a censure motion submitted by opposition parties against the centre-right government.
What was the nature of the clashes that broke out?
The clashes erupted between Greek police and demonstrators after a peaceful rally, indicating a shift from non-violent protest to violence.
Who reported on the events in Athens?
The events were reported by Louisa Gouliamaki and Stamos Prousalis, with writing by Renee Maltezou and editing by Chris Reese.

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