High-speed train collision in Spain kills 64, injures 100

A collision between two high-speed trains in Toledo province, Spain, resulted in at least 64 fatalities and approximately 100 injuries. The incident occurred on a railway route connecting Madrid with Seville, leading to the suspension of services on this critical high-speed line.

Spain’s Prime Minister described the crash as serious, while ADIF, the country’s railway infrastructure manager, confirmed the collision and the subsequent service disruption. This accident has intensified scrutiny over railway safety in Spain, particularly following earlier incidents in 2026, including a collision near Adamuz that killed over 40 people and a commuter train derailment near Barcelona.

Authorities are prioritizing the investigation into the circumstances of the crash, which has raised fresh concerns about the safety of Spain’s railway network. The latest figures indicate a death toll of 64, with around 100 individuals injured, as emergency services continue to respond to the disaster.