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Pedro Sánchez acknowledges the unacceptability of two severe train accidents in less than a year, with 46 and 68 fatalities respectively. The public is struggling to understand how these tragedies occurred, especially with safety system errors involved. The Adamuz incident had already raised concerns among AVE users, leading to slower speeds for safety reasons. A planned strike by train drivers for structural safety reforms coincided with the recent accident, highlighting ongoing safety issues. The latest tragedy undermines confidence in Spain's AVE service and tarnishes the country's international image, with innocent victims suffering lifelong consequences. Political parties' decision to suspend campaign events was seen as appropriate, except for Vox, which showed insensitivity amid national mourning.