'Further at normal speed': recordings point to human error in Spain train disaster

Audio recordings suggest human error contributed significantly to the recent train disaster in Spain. The recordings reveal that the traffic control allowed a high-speed train to proceed at full speed despite protocol violations. The incident began with a malfunction at Urda station, leading to miscommunication between train operators and traffic control. The transport minister criticized the decision to allow trains to resume normal speed without ensuring the track was clear. The death toll stands at 68, with many injured, and a national mourning period has been declared. Protests demanding accountability occurred outside the transport ministry, leading to clashes with police.