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Tragic Train Derailment in Spain Claims at Least 39 Lives

Published January 19, 2026, 07:30

A tragedy unfolded in Spain with the derailment of trains in Andalusia, resulting in the deaths of at least 39 people and injuries to 73, including 15 seriously. The Spanish Minister of Transport described the accident as 'extremely strange' and stated that the priority is the rescue of the victims. Preliminary reports indicate that the last carriages of an Iryo train derailed and collided with a Renfe train traveling in the opposite direction. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed his deep sorrow over the tragedy and assured that the government is cooperating with the relevant authorities.