Saudi Arabia Offers Condolences to Spain Following Fatal Train Accident

Saudi Arabia Offers Condolences to Spain Following Fatal Train Accident
  • PublishedJanuary 20, 2026

In a gesture of international solidarity, Saudi Arabia’s King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman have sent their heartfelt condolences to King Felipe VI of Spain following a devastating train collision on Sunday night.

The tragic accident occurred on a high-speed line in the town of Adamuz, near Cordoba in southern Spain. Early reports indicate a profound loss of life, with at least 40 people killed and dozens more injured. Authorities have confirmed that 43 individuals remain hospitalized, nine in serious condition, and have warned that the death toll may still rise.

This incident marks Spain’s most severe rail disaster since the 2013 derailment in Galicia, casting a shadow of grief over the nation.

The messages from the Saudi leadership extend beyond official protocol, reflecting a shared sense of sorrow for the victims and their families during this time of immense tragedy. Such expressions of sympathy underscore the bonds of compassion that connect nations in moments of sudden and profound loss.

As rescue and recovery efforts continue in Adamuz, the thoughts of the international community are with the people of Spain, mourning the lives lost and hoping for the recovery of the injured.

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