Spain slashes speed limit on popular train route after fault found

Spanish rail authorities have reduced the speed limit to 80km/h on a section of the high-speed train line between Madrid and Barcelona after a crack was found near Alcover and l'Espluga de Francolí. This follows recent speed reductions on other high-speed lines due to detected anomalies and a fatal high-speed train collision in southern Spain. The reduced speed on the Madrid-Barcelona line, a heavily used route, will remain in effect until further notice. Simultaneously, the local Rodalies rail service in Catalonia is experiencing severe disruptions, including service suspensions and safety concerns, prompting a government review and potential investigation into a possible cyberattack. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is scheduled to address Congress regarding the ongoing rail crisis, which includes concerns about underinvestment and reputational damage.

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