Mitsotakis on Tempi Anniversary Protests: "Truth and Justice for the Victims"

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis addressed the mass rallies marking the two-year anniversary of the Tempi tragedy, emphasizing the need for justice and safer public transport, CE Report quotes Athens-Macedonian

In a social media post on Sunday, Mitsotakis praised the peaceful demonstrations as a sign of strong social sensitivity, stating that Greeks of all ages united to demand accountability. "Citizens, whether protesting or mourning in silence, asked for the obvious: truth and justice for the victims," he said.

Referring to the findings of the Hellenic Aviation and Railway Safety Investigation Agency (HARSIA), Mitsotakis stressed that the tragedy was not just a coincidence or human error but highlighted systemic issues. He called for swift progress in improving state functions, asserting that change "cannot remain mere words."

While acknowledging minor incidents of unrest, he commended law enforcement for maintaining order and preventing further violence.