Spain searches for survivors of train disaster, death toll rises
Rescue workers are using cranes and search dogs to look for survivors after a collision between two high-speed trains in Spain. The hope of finding survivors is low, according to regional president Emiliano García-Page. Over fifty people remain hospitalized, and 64 missing persons reports have been filed. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has promised support for victims' families and improvements in rail safety. Spain will observe three days of national mourning, and train drivers are striking for safety reforms. An audio recording revealed a critical error in communication before the crash, where the train crew was instructed to proceed without confirming the track was clear.