Lufthansa flights face major disruption as pilots and cabin crew stage a coordinated strike across Germany, grounding services and affecting thousands of travelers.
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Lufthansa faces major disruption as pilots launch a one-day strike over pension disputes, threatening widespread cancellations across Germany and potential compensation claims for affected passengers.
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