Germany’s train system came to a standstill Friday when railway workers went on strike for eight hours.
EVG, the union representing the state-owned Deutsche Bahn workers, says its members need a raise to counter inflation.
Long distance and regional trains were affected by the strike, which lasted from 3 a.m. to 11 a.m.
The railway strike coincided with a walkout at four major German airports, affecting hundreds of flights. Reuters news agency reports 700 flights were canceled.
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