Spain's Transport Minister Announces Resignation After Deadly Urda Train Accident
Óscar Puente's resignation announcement raises the political stakes after the Urda accident killed 69 people, as the opposition seeks a government inquiry alongside judicial proceedings.
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Feijóo demands urgent investigation as Urda rescue work continues
ABC ↗Feijóo targets government after meeting railway safety experts
ABC ↗PP announces plans to join Urda judicial proceedings
Infobae ↗Paco Núñez seeks government inquiry alongside judicial investigation
Infobae ↗Puente rejects resignation while acknowledging demands to leave
EL PAIS ↗Puente announces resignation and withdraws forthcoming election candidacy
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