Deadly high-speed train collision in Spain
At least 39 people have been killed after two high-speed trains collided near Urda, Spain, derailing two carriages and suspending services on the Madrid-Andalusia line.
The collision happened on October 28, 2026, causing significant disruption to Spain's high-speed rail network. Two carriages were derailed in the impact, which occurred on the busy Madrid-Andalusia route.
This latest tragedy comes just nine months after another fatal rail accident on the same line resulted in 46 deaths. The frequency of serious incidents on this route has raised concerns about safety protocols.
Transport authorities have suspended all services on the affected line while investigations into the cause of the collision are conducted. The full extent of the casualties and potential contributing factors remains under assessment.
