Two high-speed trains have derailed in southern Spain leaving at least 21 people dead.
The incident happened near Adamuz, close to the city of Cordoba, Andalusia, on Sunday evening.
At least 25 people are believed to have been seriously injured, according to local media citing police sources.
Adif, which runs the rail network, said in a post to social media: "The Iryo 6189 Málaga - (to Madrid) train has derailed from the track at Adamuz, crashing onto the adjacent track.
"The (Madrid) to Huelva train which was travelling on the adjacent track has also derailed."
Adif said the incident happened about ten minutes after the Iryo train left Malaga heading towards Madrid at 6.40pm local time.
The rail operator has suspended all services between Madrid and Andalusia.
Andalusia emergency services said on social media that all rail traffic had been halted and emergency services were on their way, including at least nine ambulances and emergency support vehicles.
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The incident happened shortly before 7pm local time
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The President of the Regional Government of Andalusia, Juanma Moreno, wrote to X: "Very concerned about the serious railway accident in the province of Córdoba.
"We have sent emergency services and logistical support to the area to help in whatever is necessary.
"We are closely following the situation of the affected people."
He said a medical station had been set up in the area to treat injured passengers before they are taken to hospital.
Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, expressed his concern at the incident.
"Very concerned about the accident between two high-speed trains that have derailed in Adamuz (Córdoba)," he wrote to X.
"The Government is working with the rest of the competent authorities and emergency services to assist the passengers."