Germany is bracing for significant disruptions to public transport services starting at dawn on Friday, February 27, after the Ver.di union announced a 48-hour strike over stalled wage negotiations and working conditions.

The industrial action will affect buses, trams, and underground trains in several cities, including Berlin and Hamburg, potentially causing widespread disruption for millions of commuters.

Disruptions are expected to last through Saturday, with potential knock-on effects on rail services and airport operations.