The Spanish transport minister resigns after the train accident that resulted in 69 fatalities

Oscar Puente, the Spanish Minister of Transport, announced his resignation following a train accident that resulted in 69 fatalities. This incident occurred in Urda, where a high-speed train collided with another train on the same track. Puente acknowledged that he could not remain in office after two serious accidents within a year. He informed Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of his decision shortly before making it public. Additionally, he stated he would not be on the Socialist Party's list for the upcoming elections in November. This accident follows another serious derailment earlier this year, marking a troubling trend in Spain's rail safety.