As investigations continue into the fatal explosion at a biscuit factory in central Greece, communities mourn five women killed at work while families and residents demand answers over safety failures

The trio was arrested earlier in the day on charges of involuntary homicide, causing an explosion, involuntary arson and causing bodily

This significant propane leak, through the ground, moved about 25 meters and was trapped in an underground space, where, in the presence of sparks caused by the facility's electrical and mechanical equipment, led to an explosion,' a spokesperson said

The five fatalities at the Trikala factory blast come on top of 201 workplace-related deaths recorded in Greece in 2025, exposing serious safety gaps.