Spain train crash death toll rises to 68, PM Sanchez vows probe

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez confirmed on Wednesday that the death toll from a train collision in central Spain has reached at least 68, according to Anadolu Ajansi. The prime minister promised a thorough investigation into the accident and assured that if any wrongdoing is discovered, it will be brought to light. He vowed to uncover the truth and take appropriate action if negligence is found.

Sanchez also declared three days of national mourning from October 29 to 31, expressing disbelief that two high-speed rail accidents could occur within a year in a country like Spain. He mentioned another train crash in Adamuz, Cordoba, in January, stating that the causes of the two accidents were likely different, but emphasized that determining the exact cause would be the responsibility of independent investigators and judicial authorities.

Opposition leader Alberto Nunez Feijoo of the People's Party called for immediate government and judicial investigations to be conducted with all available resources and without interference. He stressed the importance of Spain knowing what is happening with its infrastructure and demanded a comprehensive, independent review of the entire railway network.

A minute of silence will be held at 8 PM local time on Wednesday at town halls across Spain to honor the victims, as organized by the Spanish Federation of Municipalities and Provinces.