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Collision of two trains in Egypt kills at least four

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A train collision in Egypt's Giza province killed at least four people and injured nearly 90 following a crash between two trains near al-Ayyat district, 30 miles south of Cairo. The incident occurred on Sunday, with authorities ordering an immediate investigation after one train derailed during the collision.

Key points

• Two trains collided in al-Ayyat district, Giza province, killing at least four people and injuring almost 90.
• The crash involved a train traveling to Fayoum that crashed into the rear of a train heading to Aswan.

Context

This incident occurred in Egypt, a country where railway accidents frequently result in significant casualties and require rapid government responses to investigate causes and ensure safety improvements.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to official statements from the transport ministry regarding the number of fatalities and injuries. Specific details about the exact cause of the derailment, the identities of the train operators, and the precise timeline of the crash remain unverified.

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