At least 39 people have been killed and dozens more injured after a high-speed train derailed and collided with an oncoming train in southern Spain on Sunday night. The accident occurred in the province of Córdoba, where a northbound train carrying around 300 passengers left the tracks and hit another train.
Emergency services rushed to the scene, and many of the injured have been taken to local hospitals. Officials have warned that the death toll could rise further as rescue efforts continue. The cause of the derailment is not yet known, and an investigation has been launched.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez described the incident as a “night of deep pain for our country”. He expressed condolences to the victims' families and pledged full support for the investigation. Meanwhile, relatives anxiously await news of missing loved ones.
