The Association of Judges and Prosecutors in Greece has made serious accusations against Zoi Konstantopoulou, claiming that she is attempting to obstruct the upcoming trial for the tragic incident at Tempes, set to start next Monday in Larissa. In a harshly worded statement, the Association referred to Konstantopoulou as "tiresomely dangerous" and a "professional slanderer," expressing strong disapproval of her statements regarding her intention to disrupt the proceedings.

Konstantopoulou, a prominent lawyer and a former parliamentary figure, has been vocal in her stance against the trial's legitimacy. The judges’ association highlighted her use of parliamentary immunity to voice her intentions publicly, arguing that her comments undermine the judicial process. They cited a well-known phrase by Bernard Shaw regarding slanderers to emphasize the severity of her actions and their potential impact on justice for the victims' families.

This escalating conflict raises significant questions about the intersection of law, political influence, and public trust in Greece's judicial system. As the trial approaches, the importance of maintaining an impartial judicial process is critical, especially given the emotional weight of the case concerning the tragic loss of life in the Tempes disaster. The remarks from the judges underline an urgent call for accountability, not just for the legal representatives involved, but also for the integrity of the legal proceedings in light of public discourse.