King Charles issues heartfelt statement following tragic train crash in Spain
The accident happened on SundayKing Charles has reacted to the tragic train crash that happened in Spain on Sunday in a new statement.
On Sunday (January 18), at least 39 people were killed and hundreds injured in a high-speed train crash in Andalusia, southern Spain. The train, carrying about 300 Madrid-bound passengers, derailed and collided with an oncoming train.
At the time of the crash, it’s believed both trains were travelling at more than 120mph. It has become one of Spain’s deadliest railway disasters in years.
Now, the king, 77, has spoken out in a heartfelt message to the people of Spain.
King Charles issues statement on tragic train crash in Spain
In the message, King Charles said: “My wife and I have been profoundly shocked and saddened to learn of the appalling train accident in Southern Spain and of the many lives so tragically lost in such a disaster.
“We offer our deepest possible sympathy to all those who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of their loved ones and our special thoughts remain with those who have been terribly injured in this dreadful accident.”
The king continued: “We also wish to pay a particular tribute to the emergency services who responded so swiftly and courageously at the scene of the crash.
“We have the greatest admiration for their selfless service and unwavering commitment to helping others in their time of need.”
Concluding the statement, King Charles said: “We hold the people of Spain in our most heartfelt prayers and stand with you in deep sorrow at this painfully difficult time. Charles R.”
The King’s message to King Felipe VI of Spain following the train crash in Andalusia, Spain, on Sunday. pic.twitter.com/arS7uQgTWV
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World tragedies
This is just one heartfelt message King Charles has issued in recent weeks following tragedies around the world.
Back in December, the king spoke out following the horrific mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia.
We have the greatest admiration for their selfless service.
Two gunmen, allegedly father and son, killed 15 people during a celebration of the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah. Around 1,000 people attended the event.
In a statement, the monarch said: “In times of hurt, Australians always rally together in unity and resolve. I know that the spirit of community and love that shines so brightly in Australia – and the light at the heart of the Chanukah festival – will always triumph over the darkness of such evil.”
King Charles’ message after Switzerland fire
Meanwhile, just a few weeks ago, King Charles issued a message following a tragic fire incident in Switzerland.
On January 1, during New Year celebrations at a bar in Crans-Montana, a popular ski resort in southwestern Switzerland, a fire broke out.
40 people died in the fire, and hundreds others were injured. The king said it was heartbreaking that a “night of celebration for young people and families instead turned to such nightmarish tragedy”.
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