Japanese national confirmed dead in Spanish train crash

What happened: A Japanese national was confirmed among the 69 people killed in a high-speed train collision near Urda in Toledo province, Spain. A second Japanese national is believed to be among three unidentified victims. Key numbers: 69 killed, 66 identified (54 Spanish, 12 international), more than 100 injured. Why it matters: Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said the Japanese government is working closely with Spanish authorities to identify the victims and assist their families. The crash occurred when a Renfe train struck the rear of a stationary Iryo train.

A Japanese national was confirmed among the 69 people killed in a high-speed train collision near Urda in Toledo province, Spain. A second Japanese national is believed to be among three unidentified victims.

Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said the Japanese government is working closely with Spanish authorities to identify the victims and assist their families. The crash occurred when a Renfe train struck the rear of a stationary Iryo train.