High-speed train crash kills at least 68 people in Spain

A high-speed train crash in central Spain has resulted in at least 68 deaths and numerous injuries. On Wednesday morning, a train traveling from Madrid to Seville collided with another train that was stationary on the tracks. Carriages tumbled down a hillside. Minister Óscar Puente attributed the disaster to a computer failure followed by human error.

The crash, occurring near Mora and Orgaz, was one of Europe's worst in recent history. Passengers described terrifying scenes as they were thrown into the air, trapped in the wreckage, and smashed windows to escape. The other train, operated by Iryo, had 147 passengers, while the Renfe-operated train carried 397 passengers. A fire broke out in one carriage, and witnesses reported catastrophic injuries and fatalities.

Spanish politicians, including Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, canceled public engagements to mourn the victims. The opposition leader called for the resignation of the transport minister.