# Shock of rail tragedy gives way to sorrow and outrage in politically divided Spain

https://mins.news/en/item/121954

- BBC News, 2026-10-29 14:08 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckn9rq8204l0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

> At least 69 people died when a Renfe train struck a stationary Iryo train near Urda. Leaked recordings appear to point to possible human error in a control room before the crash, prompting public disbelief and anger. The disaster has intensified pressure on Pedro Sánchez’s government a month before the election.

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