Train services in Berlin and surrounding regions have resumed following a 24-hour strike by the GDL union, though passengers may face crowded conditions.

The GDL union is demanding a 35-hour workweek for shift workers with full wage compensation, rejecting Deutsche Bahn's offer to reduce work hours to 36 by 2028.

The Left party supports the GDL's push for better working conditions, with leader Martin Schirdewan proposing an even shorter 30-hour workweek at full pay.

Amidst the train service disruptions, Lufthansa flight attendants and airport security staff also conducted strikes, leading to significant travel delays and cancellations.

The frequent strikes have drawn criticism from politicians and economists, voicing concerns over economic damage and prompting discussions to potentially reform strike laws to lessen the impact on services.