Egyptian Transport Minister Kaml El-Wazir visited Wasti Hospital in Beni Suef on Monday, 9 November 2026, to check on the health of those injured in the Eyat train crash. The accident occurred on Sunday, 8 November 2026, when two trains, numbered 134 and 2010, collided between Kfar Amar and Raga stations. During his visit, El-Wazir met with the injured, listened to their concerns, and reviewed their medical treatment with the attending physicians.
The minister assured that all necessary medical care would be provided to the injured until they fully recover. He also expressed his deepest condolences to the families of those who lost their lives in the accident, which occurred in the area between Kfar Amar and Raga stations. El-Wazir emphasized that those responsible for the accident would face accountability and that all necessary legal actions would be taken based on the investigation results.
El-Wazir also visited the family of one of the victims, Ahmed Hosny from Qatouri village in Eyat, Giza, to offer his condolences. He expressed his sympathy to the family and emphasized his participation in their grief. The minister prayed for the deceased to rest in peace and for the families to be patient and strong during this difficult time.
According to reports, the accident occurred when the front of train number 134 collided with the last carriage of train number 2010. Minister El-Wazir immediately went to the accident site to oversee the emergency response efforts, ensure the speedy transfer of the injured to hospitals, and monitor the removal of damaged carriages and debris.
The Egyptian Transport Minister was accompanied by Beni Suef Governor, Major General Abdullah Abdul Aziz, during his visit to Wasti Hospital. El-Wazir's visit aimed to provide reassurance to the injured and their families that the government is committed to providing necessary support and care.
The accident led to an immediate response from the authorities, with efforts focused on providing medical care to the injured and restoring normal train operations on the Cairo-Sad El-Ali line. By Monday morning, 9 November 2026, damaged carriages had been removed, and train services had resumed.
The incident has led to a thorough investigation into the causes of the accident, with authorities vowing to take action against those found responsible. So far, no official statements have been released on the exact cause of the collision or the number of casualties.
Key points
- The Egyptian Transport Minister visited victims of the Eyat train crash at Wasti Hospital in Beni Suef on Monday, 9 November 2026.
- The accident occurred on Sunday, 8 November 2026, when two trains collided between Kfar Amar and Raga stations.
- Authorities have vowed to investigate the causes of the accident and take action against those found responsible.
Reporting sources
- Sawt Al-Umma · Sawt Al-Umma
