German rail workers begin 24-hour strike as pay talks stall

The union representing German train drivers called its members to strike for 24 hours following the breakdown of talks with the main national operator (AP Photo/Michael Probst)

A union representing Germany’s train drivers began a 24-hour strike on Thursday night, causing widespread rail cancellations and travel disruptions across the country.

The strike by the GDL union began on Thursday at 10pm (9pm GMT) for passenger services and will continue until 10pm (2pm GMT) on Friday.