Türkiye's Foreign Ministry extended condolences to Spain over the tragic train accident that killed dozens of people near the city of Toledo on Wednesday.

In a statement, the ministry said Türkiye was deeply saddened by the loss of life resulting from the train accident.

"We extend our condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and to the people of Spain, and wish the injured a speedy recovery," the ministry said, adding that no Turkish citizens have lost their lives in the accident.

The Turkish Embassy in Madrid is closely following the developments regarding the accident, the ministry added.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan also expressed solidarity with Spain following the collision of two high-speed trains. In a social media post, Erdoğan extended his sympathies to those affected by the crash, saying: "On behalf of my country and nation, I sincerely share the grief of those who lost loved ones and convey Türkiye's message of unity and solidarity to the people and government of Spain."

Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone call with his Spanish counterpart, Jose Manuel Albares, to convey Türkiye's condolences over the deadly train crash near Toledo, diplomatic sources said. Fidan expressed the Turkish people's deep sorrow over the tragedy and extended condolences to the families of the victims. The two ministers also discussed recent developments in the Middle East.

At least 64 people were killed Wednesday when a high-speed train slammed into the rear of another train in central Spain, derailing two carriages and leaving wreckage scattered across a field as emergency crews raced to rescue survivors. The cause of the collision was not immediately known.