Spain Minister Says He Won't Resign Over Rail Disaster
Spain's transport minister, Óscar Puente, says he will not resign over a high-speed rail disaster. Two high-speed trains collided earlier this week, killing at least 69 people. Puente has been facing calls to resign since the crash. The crash is a major safety concern for Spain's rail network.
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Context: Spain runs one of Europe's largest high-speed rail networks, so a deadly crash puts its safety record in the spotlight. Óscar Puente leads the transport ministry, which oversees the country's trains.
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