Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Friday marked the second anniversary of the Tempi train disaster, calling for justice while emphasizing that only the independent judiciary can provide moral redemption, free from political exploitation of human suffering.
“That night, we saw the ugliest face of our country in the national mirror,” Mr. Mitsotakis said in a statement on social media, as Greeks across the country prepared for rallies and protests demanding accountability.
Reflecting on the tragedy that claimed 57 lives, Mr. Mitsotakis expressed solidarity with the victims’ families, the injured, and the survivors who continue to bear the scars of that night.
The anniversary has become a moment of national mourning and a unified call for truth and justice. Mr. Mitsotakis stressed that while the disaster must not be used as a tool for division, the nation must learn from it to prevent future tragedies.
“With the maturity of a nation that seeks security, consistency, and progress,” he added.
For the government, he said, this realization translates into an urgent responsibility—to accelerate reforms that ensure modern and safe rail transport, improve public services, and enhance daily life for all citizens.