Puente admits that he put his position at Sánchez's disposal, who considered his dismissal "unjust"

Transport Minister Óscar Puente acknowledged he offered his resignation to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez following the Urda tragedy, which resulted in 69 deaths. Sánchez deemed it "unjust" to dismiss him. Despite immense pressure for his resignation, Puente emphasized his commitment to resolving the issues and ensuring accountability. He attributed the accident to a failure at the Atocha control center and rejected the notion of scapegoating workers. Puente expressed his determination to face the consequences of his role and stated he would not resign due to political pressure from opposition parties. He affirmed his responsibility to ensure safety measures are implemented to prevent future tragedies.