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Train Collision in Egypt Kills 7
Egyptian trains collide near Giza, killing 7 and injuring 112.
In brief
Egyptian trains collide near Giza, killing 7 and injuring 112. Egypt's health ministry reports at least 7 dead and 112 injured after train collision near Giza. Originally reported by The Express Tribune.
Train Collision in Egypt
Two passenger trains collided near Al-Ayyat village in Giza Governorate, south of Cairo, Egypt.
Collision Details
A train from Giza to Fayoum hit another train heading from Cairo to Aswan, derailing several carriages.
Emergency Response
Emergency crews are clearing wreckage to restore services on the Cairo-Upper Egypt line.
Government Response
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi ordered a swift investigation and said anyone negligent should be held accountable.
The short version
Egypt's health ministry reports at least 7 dead and 112 injured after train collision near Giza.
