Spain train collision kills at least 68

Photo — Explorando la provincia de Cádiz / Pexels

The collision occurred as Spain was already facing scrutiny over rail safety following another deadly crash earlier this year. Investigators are examining the technical failure, signaling decisions, and the instruction that reportedly allowed the moving train to proceed despite disruptions. The scale of the casualties has prompted a national emergency response and renewed questions about infrastructure, operating procedures, and accountability.[1][2][3]

Sources: BBC News, The Straits Times, The New York Times, SBS News