Spain’s second high-speed train crash this year killed 68 people and injured scores, sparking renewed concerns about rail safety. A collision between Renfe and Iryo trains near Toledo left at least 68 dead and 107 injured, with officials investigating the cause.
The crash occurred as a Renfe train continued past a red signal due to an 'inexplicable' order, despite a stopped train ahead. Survivors described the wreckage as 'apocalyptic,' with bodies and twisted metal, while families searched for loved ones at Seville station.
Spain’s transport minister called the incident an 'error' and 'inexplicable circumstances,' prompting calls for an independent review of the rail network. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez declared three days of national mourning, vowing to address safety issues if failures are found.
The disaster follows a similar crash on the same line in January, raising questions about the safety of Spain’s high-speed rail system. Opposition leaders demanded a full investigation into the incident and the condition of Spain’s infrastructure.