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Train Collision in Spain Claims 39 Lives, Injures 152

Published January 19, 2026, 10:28
Train Collision in Spain Claims 39 Lives, Injures 152

A tragedy unfolded in Spain with 39 fatalities and 152 injuries resulting from a collision between two trains in Andalusia. An Iryo high-speed train derailed and collided with a Renfe train, causing shock and raising questions about the cause of the accident. Images from the scene show rescuers freeing passengers from the damaged carriages. Passengers’ testimonies describe the dramatic moments and the ensuing chaos. The speed of the trains at the time of the collision is under investigation, and authorities have expressed surprise that the accident occurred on a straight section of recently renovated track. An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the collision.