Spain. Opposition calls for the resignation of the Minister of Transport after a disaster that killed 69 people

The Spanish opposition is demanding the resignation of Transport Minister Óscar Puente following a train collision in Urda that resulted in 69 fatalities. The Popular Party (PP) is calling for political accountability, emphasizing the national shock and grief. Puente is scheduled to hold a press conference to address the incident, while Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is attending a follow-up meeting. The tragedy also claimed the life of former PP minister Fátima Bañez. Reports indicate that Spain's investment in railway maintenance is significantly lower than the European average, with a rise in railway accidents since 2018. The maintenance spending per passenger-kilometer has decreased, raising concerns about safety amid increasing passenger numbers.