High-speed train collision in Spain kills at least 30

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The crash occurred near Los Yébenes and Urda in Toledo province, shortly after 9 a.m. local time, according to reports cited by NPR. Spain’s rail operator Adif confirmed a rear-end collision and suspended traffic on the high-speed route, but initially provided few details about the cause or the full toll. The incident is the most immediate large-scale breaking emergency identified in the available coverage, with casualty figures and the investigation likely to develop.

Sources: NPR, Reuters, El País