Warning that Greece will come to a standstill as country hit by mass protest
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Greece grinds to a halt amid general strike, mass protest
- Greece has been brought to a standstill by widespread protests and a 24-hour general strike.
- The demonstrations on Friday mark the two-year anniversary of a train crash that killed 57 people near the Tempi gorge.
- The public anger stems from perceived government inaction in addressing the safety gaps that led to the tragedy.
- Public transport, flights, businesses, and public services have all been hit by the strike.
- Protesters are demanding justice and accountability for the victims, while the government maintains it is the judiciary's role to investigate.