Tragically, at least 20 people have been killed and 43 injured when a train smashed through the buffers at the main station. 9News
Egypt has one of the oldest and largest rail networks in the region and accidents causing casualties are common. A train collision in Alexandria killed more than 40 people in 2017.
The fire sent smoke billowing above the station. Inside, the train's charred engine could be seen tilted to one side next to a platform. Ahmed Youssef, a doctor at Al Helal hospital, close to the station, said more than 20 injured had been admitted, most of them in serious condition. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, announced from the station that the incident would be investigated and anyone found responsible would be held to account.
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