Dozens Feared Dead in Spanish High-Speed Train Collision Near Madrid
A collision between two trains south of the Spanish capital has resulted in a significant number of casualties, with officials expecting the death toll to rise.
Dozens of people are feared dead following a serious collision between two trains south of Madrid, Spanish authorities reported. Over 500 passengers were on board the trains at the time of the incident.
The accident occurred between a Renfe train and a train operated by Iryo, which services the Madrid to Seville route. The spokesperson for the regional government stated that the initial death toll of 10 would "almost certainly rise." The exact cause of the collision is under investigation.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed his shock at the event and indicated he was in constant contact with the transport minister. Rescue operations are underway, with images from the scene showing overturned carriages and makeshift medical tents being established.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of Spain's extensive high-speed rail network, one of the most developed in Europe.