The Foreign Minister expresses closeness to Spain for the tragic train accident. The Farnesina activates emergency numbers.
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A collision between two trains occurred in Toledo, Spain, causing victims and injuries.
"I am following with deep concern the news of the tragic collision between two trains that occurred in Toledo, Spain, which caused victims and injuries. Our consulate general in Madrid is working to verify the possible involvement of Italian citizens and provide all the necessary assistance. My thoughts go to the families of the victims, the injured, King Felipe VI, the government and all the Spanish people, to whom I express my closeness in this terrible moment of pain". Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani wrote it on social media.
In light of the train collision that occurred in Toledo, Spain, the Farnesina on "For emergencies - underlines the ministry - compatriots can contact the Crisis Unit of the Farnesina on +39 06 36225 and the Consulate General of Italy in Madrid on +34 629.842.287".

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