Cordoba

Cordoba, a city in the Andalusia region of southern Spain, is near the site of a recent devastating train accident. Two high-speed trains collided near the town of Adamuz, close to Cordoba, after one train traveling from Malaga to Madrid derailed. The incident, occurring on Sunday, January 18, 2026, has resulted in a rising death toll, exceeding 40, and numerous injuries. The crash is Spain's deadliest rail accident in over a decade. The event is newsworthy due to the significant loss of life and the subsequent investigation into the cause of the derailment and collision. Spain is observing three days of national mourning, and the King and Queen have visited the crash site. The train drivers' union has called for a nationwide strike, citing concerns about railway safety and demanding assurances following the deadly derailments. The incident highlights concerns about the safety and maintenance of Spain's railway infrastructure.