Deadly Train Collision Near Giza Leaves Seven Dead and Over 100 Injured

Severe Train Collision Strikes Near Giza, Egypt

According to УНІАН — Туризм: A major railway accident took place close to the Egyptian city of Giza involving two passenger trains. According to BBC reports, at least seven people have lost their lives, and more than 100 others were injured. The crash occurred in the El Ayat area, between the Kafr Ammar and Er-Rakka stations. The collision happened when a train traveling from Giza to Fayoum rammed into the last carriage of another train running from Cairo to Aswan. Several carriages derailed as a result, with one overturning and another splitting in half.

Impact and Emergency Response

The railway line connecting Giza and Upper Egypt was completely shut down following the incident. Nearby hospitals were placed on high alert as Egypt’s Health Minister, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, reported that many victims suffered complex fractures and severe head injuries. One of the train drivers was confirmed dead.

President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi promptly took direct control of the situation, ordering a thorough investigation into the causes of the crash. He vowed to hold accountable anyone found responsible for negligence.

“Investigate the accident thoroughly and hold accountable every individual whose negligence is proven,” el-Sisi stated.

The El Ayat region has a tragic history of railway disasters:

• In February 2002, one of Egypt’s deadliest rail accidents occurred here when a Cairo-Luxor train caught fire, killing over 370 people.
• In 2009, the same area saw two further accidents that resulted in dozens of fatalities.

This latest tragedy once again highlights ongoing concerns about Egypt’s railway safety. The country's rail system faces significant challenges, including outdated infrastructure and poor maintenance, which contribute to frequent accidents.

Given Egypt’s reliance on rail transport for millions of passengers daily, this disaster underscores the urgent need for comprehensive safety reforms. The government’s response, particularly the initiation of an official inquiry, could be a critical step toward improving safety standards and restoring public confidence in the nation’s rail network.