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Protest in Nicosia for the Tempi Tragedy – Simultaneously with Similar Gatherings in Cities in Greece and Other European Capitals

Published February 26, 2026, 09:15
Protest in Nicosia for the Tempi Tragedy – Simultaneously with Similar Gatherings in Cities in Greece and Other European Capitals

A memorial event and protest is being organized in Freedom Square, Nicosia, on Saturday, February 28th, at 5:00 PM, to mark the third anniversary of the train accident at Tempi. The event is organized by the Network of Solidarity of Greek Citizens of Cyprus and will include speeches and artistic participation. The event is part of the ongoing mobilizations in Greece and aims to express solidarity with the families of the victims and demand a full investigation of responsibilities and justice. The event in Nicosia is taking place simultaneously with similar gatherings in cities in Greece and other European capitals, sending a common message of protest and remembrance. The central slogan of the mobilizations is: “Their profits or our lives”. The organizers emphasize the importance of keeping the memory of the victims alive and showing solidarity with their families, as well as the need for justice.