In brief
A high‑speed train collision near Toledo, Spain, killed at least 64 people and injured around 80. Bulgaria’s Foreign Ministry and Prime Minister Rumen Radev expressed condolences, standing in solidarity with Spanish authorities and the victims’ families. Rescue teams continue searching wreckage as Spanish officials manage the aftermath.
A high‑speed train collision near Toledo, Spain, on Wednesday caused at least 64 fatalities and about 80 injuries, according to the regional government of Castile‑La Mancha. Two derailed carriages were found near the town of Urda, where over 500 passengers were on the trains involved.
Within hours, Bulgaria’s Foreign Ministry posted a statement on X expressing sympathy for the victims and wishing the injured a quick recovery, and Prime Minister Rumen Radev issued a separate message of condolence.
Foreign Ministry
At this moment of grief, we extend our sincere sympathies to the families of the victims and wish the injured a speedy recovery. We express our solidarity, and our thoughts are with the people of Spain.
Prime Minister Rumen Radev
I am deeply saddened by the tragic train accident in Spain, which claimed lives and injured many people. At this difficult time, Bulgaria stands in solidarity with the people of Spain. Our thoughts are with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, the Spanish authorities, and the emergency services working tirelessly to assist those affected.
Spanish authorities report that rescue teams are still searching the wreckage of the derailed carriages, while injured passengers are being treated with some requiring hospitalization for severe injuries. The incident has prompted a statement of solidarity from the Bulgarian government toward the Spanish populace and emergency responders.
