KUALA LUMPUR, October 29, 2026 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed deep sorrow over the deadly train collision in Spain.
Anwar said Malaysia stands in solidarity with the Spanish people during this difficult time. He also offered condolences to the families who lost loved ones in the tragedy.
In a Facebook post, he wished those injured in the crash a speedy recovery. He also praised emergency workers and others helping at the scene.
Malaysia Sends Condolences to Spain
Anwar conveyed Malaysia’s condolences to Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, the Spanish government and the people of Spain.
He also expressed sympathy for the victims’ families and those affected by the accident.
The Malaysian government said it shared the grief of the Spanish people following the tragic incident.
Death Toll Rises After Train Crash
Media reports cited by Bernama said at least 64 people had died following the collision between two high-speed passenger trains in central Spain on Wednesday, October 28.
The rising death toll made the crash one of Spain’s deadliest rail accidents in recent years.
Emergency teams continued working at the scene as authorities responded to the disaster.
Malaysian Embassy Checks for Malaysians Affected
Meanwhile, the Malaysian Embassy in Madrid had not received confirmation of any Malaysians being affected by the collision at the time of Bernama’s report.
The embassy remained in contact with the relevant authorities as it monitored the situation.
The incident has prompted messages of sympathy from Malaysia as Spain faces the aftermath of the deadly crash.
Source: BERNAMA | Rewritten By Minutesmy
Picture Credit: NST
