Spanish Transport Minister Resigns After Deadly Train Crash

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Spain's Transport Minister, Óscar Puente, announced his resignation from his post. The decision was made following a deadly train crash in which 69 people were killed.

According to Channel 14, Puente made clear that he cannot continue to bear ministerial responsibility after such grave failures, following two deadly train disasters that occurred in the country within less than a year and claimed the lives of 115 people. The decision came after a wave of protest and sharp public criticism over the safety level of the rail system.

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced that Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo would temporarily take over the transport portfolio.