Spain transport minister says he won't resign over high-speed rail disaster

Spain's transport minister, Óscar Puente, refuses to resign following a high-speed rail collision that resulted in 69 fatalities. He emphasized the need to address the disaster rather than focus on his position. The crash involved a Renfe train colliding with a stationary Iryo train, raising concerns about safety protocols. A preliminary report indicated the Renfe train was traveling at high speeds during the incident. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez acknowledged a loss of public trust in the rail system after this and a previous tragedy. Puente stated he would not use workers as scapegoats and is committed to investigating the causes thoroughly.