Two trains collide south of Madrid killing dozens of people

Two high-speed trains crashed near Urda, south of Madrid, on October 28, 2026, killing at least 68 people. About 100 others were hurt. The trains were carrying around 500 passengers together, and one was operated by the rail company Iryo.

Investigators say the crash happened because of a computer failure and human error. The driver was going 110 kilometres per hour, more than twice the speed allowed on that curve. He braked about one mile before the bend, but it was too late.

At least one American was among the dead. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited the site after the crash. This was Spain's second deadly rail accident within a year, raising serious questions about safety on the country's rail network.