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Tragedy in Trikala: Five Mothers Killed in Factory Explosion, Political Aftermath

Published January 28, 2026, 06:16
Tragedy in Trikala: Five Mothers Killed in Factory Explosion, Political Aftermath

Greece is in mourning following the death of five female workers in a biscuit factory explosion in Trikala. Experts emphasize that there was no justification for the tragic incident, while public opinion expresses deep sorrow for the victims' families, who, according to relatives, had chosen the night shift to spend more time with their children. Meanwhile, Maria Karystianou, a lawyer and mother of a Tempi tragedy victim, announced the founding of her own party and has made moves focusing on national issues, avoiding Cyprus for the time being. Commentators, such as composer Dimitris Oikonomakis, highlight the political exploitation of the tragedy, with references to far-right tendencies and conspiracy theories. Criticism focuses on the superficial engagement with important issues, such as abortion, and the diversionary search for causes, such as illegal fuel. The article concludes with a reference to Shakespeare's work, emphasizing the prevailing sense of the times, where the foolish seem to lead the blind. Additionally, the term "carspreading" is mentioned, along with the increasing European preference for large SUVs, raising questions about the impact of this trend.