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At least 21 killed in high-speed train derailment near Adamuz, Spain
Two high-speed trains derailed near Adamuz in southern Spain, killing at least seven to 21 people and injuring over 100 others. The incident involved an Iryo train from Malaga to Madrid and a train from Madrid to Huelva.
Why It Matters
One of Spain's deadliest recent rail accidents, highlighting safety concerns in high-speed rail operations and prompting suspension of services.
Timeline
3 Events
Rail services suspended
January 18, 2026
All rail services between affected areas suspended following the derailment.[4]
Trains derail near Adamuz
January 18, 2026, 6:50 p.m. local time
Two high-speed trains derailed near Adamuz, close to Cordoba; one was the Iryo train from Malaga to Madrid, the other from Madrid to Huelva. At least seven killed, around 100 injured, with 25 seriously hurt, per rail operator Adif.[1][3][4]
Iryo high-speed train departs Malaga
January 18, 2026, 6:40 p.m. local time
Iryo train left Malaga heading towards Madrid.[1][3][4]