The death toll from a devastating high-speed train collision in Spain has risen to 69, following a major railway accident that has triggered fresh concerns about passenger safety and the country’s rail infrastructure.
The collision occurred near Urda, involving two high-speed trains. Emergency responders worked through the night to rescue passengers trapped inside overturned carriages and recover the bodies of those killed.
Reports indicate that approximately 50 injured passengers remain in hospital, with some receiving treatment for serious injuries.
Investigators are examining what happened before the collision. Recordings cited by Spanish media reportedly indicate that railway controllers instructed a train to resume normal speed after problems with its automatic train protection system.
The recordings have raised questions about communication between railway operators and whether safety procedures were properly followed.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has promised a full investigation into the disaster and expressed condolences to the families who lost loved ones.
The accident has also intensified pressure on the government to review railway safety standards and improve the systems designed to prevent train collisions.
Meanwhile, railway workers have continued raising concerns about safety investment, working conditions and the need for stronger protective measures across the country’s rail network.
Authorities are expected to establish the exact cause of the collision as investigations continue.
The tragedy is among Spain’s most serious recent railway disasters and has left families awaiting answers about how the accident happened.
