Vatican News / Artur Hanula
In a telegram sent to Archbishop Francisco Cerro Chaves, Metropolitan of Toledo, it is stated that the Pope, “deeply saddened” upon receiving the painful news of the train tragedy, is praying for the eternal rest of the deceased.
The Holy Father expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased, while also offering words of comfort, care, and wishes for a speedy recovery to the injured. “His Holiness, encouraging the members of the rescue teams to persevere in their rescue and relief efforts,” imparted his apostolic blessing to all as “a sign of the hope of the Risen Lord.”
The tragedy occurred on Wednesday, October 28, in the town of Urda (Toledo province). AVE and Iryo trains collided. 68 people died and 122 were injured. On Thursday, October 29, three days of national mourning began in Spain.
