Sympathizing with the families of the victims, the Iranian foreign ministry spokesman prayed to God Almighty for mercy and forgiveness for the victims and wished speedy recovery for those killed in the incident.
At least 36 people were killed when a passenger train carrying more than 350 people collided with a freight train on Tuesday evening, shortly before midnight, in Tempi, central Greece, near the city of Larissa, the Greek Fire Service said. It added that 66 people were being treated for their injuries in hospital, with six in intensive care units.
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