Madrid, October 28 (QNA) - The death toll from a collision involving two high-speed trains south of Madrid has risen to 64, according to an updated count, as emergency teams continue search and rescue operations at the site.

Spanish Transport Minister Oscar Puente said the deadly crash resulted from an error at the control system.

Spain's railway operator Adif said the two high-speed trains collided on the line connecting Madrid with the southern region of Andalusia. In a statement posted on X, the company announced the suspension of rail services between Madrid and Andalusia.

Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez expressed his shock over the incident, posting a message of solidarity and support for the victims and their families on X.

The collision comes nine months after another accident involving high-speed trains operated by the same two companies on the same line killed 46 people. (QNA)