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PM Shehbaz Expresses Grief Over Deadly Train Collision in Spain

 

PM Shehbaz Expresses Grief Over Deadly Train Collision in Spain

Islamabad, 29 October, 2026 (Ghufran): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed profound grief over the loss of lives in a devastating collision between two high-speed trains near Toledo, Spain. In a message posted on his social media account on X, the prime minister said he was deeply saddened by the tragic incident. He conveyed his heartfelt condolences to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, the people of Spain and, in particular, the families who lost their loved ones. Shehbaz Sharif also prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the accident, reaffirming Pakistan’s solidarity with Spain during this difficult time. According to foreign media reports, at least 30 people were killed in the collision, while a significant number of others were injured. Authorities warned that the death toll could rise as rescue and assessment efforts continued. Officials said more than 500 people were travelling aboard the two trains involved in the accident.