'Desolation, despair': Spain begins three days of mourning after deadly train crash

Spain has entered three days of mourning following a tragic train collision that resulted in 68 fatalities and numerous injuries. This incident, the second high-speed rail disaster this year, has raised serious concerns regarding rail safety and operational management. The crash occurred in Castilla-La Mancha when a Renfe train collided with a stationary Iryo train. Eyewitness accounts describe chaos and devastation, with emergency services working tirelessly to assist victims and their families. The transport minister acknowledged a failure in the automatic control system, which had been inactive, leading to the collision. This disaster adds to the scrutiny faced by the government regarding railway safety, especially ahead of the upcoming elections.