Despite repeated government assurances, the ETCS automatic train protection system remains non-operational across Greece's rail network, while certification delays and staffing shortages continue to hamper modernization

The trial over Greece's deadliest rail disaster continues as defendants present their legal arguments, with 36 current and former railway officials facing charges linked to the 2023 Tempi train collision.

An attorney for two victims' families wants Hellenic Train's CEO and technical director tried for homicide with possible intent, arguing they knew about safety failures before the 2023 collision that killed 57 people.

A Greek court has denied requests for audiovisual coverage and the personal appearance of defendants at this stage of the proceedings, as the trial continues with new legal requests.

Judges are set to decide which parties can support the prosecution, a crucial step before the high-profile case moves further into substantive proceedings.

Relatives of the Tempi train crash victims appeared before Greece's Supreme Court demanding that charges against former Transport Minister Kostas Karamanlis be upgraded to a felony

A landmark ruling finds the Greek state responsible for rail safety failures, granting compensation to a victim’s family and potentially paving the way for further claims

After all, the court is neither punisher nor vindicator. Revenge is not the object, while the punishment will result from the judicial evaluation of acts and omissions

Supreme court calls for calm and respect as proceedings begin, while victims’ families and lawyers raise concerns over courtroom conditions and case handling

Thirty-six defendants face serious charges over the 2023 rail disaster that killed 57 people, as hundreds of witnesses are set to testify in one of the country’s largest court cases

A new survey reveals widespread public distrust over the handling of the Tempi train disaster, while Defense Minister Nikos Dendias and Digital Governance Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis rank as the most positively viewed cabinet members.

Greek authorities confiscate digital evidence from forensic experts in ongoing Tempi train disaster trial, amid disputes over missing videos and allegations of false testimony by a key expert witness

A prosecutor in Larissa has recommended rejecting appeals by two victim families seeking forensic tests abroad following the Tempi train disaster. The case now moves to a judicial council that will decide whether the exhumations proceed.

Nationwide rallies, strikes and memorials mark three years since the deadly Tempi train crash as families demand justice and accountability.

A 24-hour nationwide walkout on February 28 will halt all vessels in tribute to the 57 victims of the 2023 Tempi train disaster and to highlight the importance of transport safety.

Greece’s national health insurer will reimburse 100% of eligible medical expenses not covered through standard electronic prescriptions, following an individual application process

Maria Karystianou criticizes the Greek justice system as key surveillance footage from the Tempi train tragedy disappears, calling the court proceedings “shameful” and demanding accountability from investigator

Greece is heading into the fully political year of 2026, during which dilemmas will be tested, old and new faces evaluated, and party balances and actual influence within society revealed—the factors that will ultimately determine the results of the national elections

The poll showed the farming subsidy scandal and protests over the deadly Tempi train crash rank as the most significant developments of the year.

In a TV interview, Tempi 2023 Victims’ Relatives Association head Maria Karystianou did not rule out future political involvement.