India  

Here's what we know about the deadly train crash in Taiwan

Video Credit: Bleacher Report AOL - Duration: 02:03s - Published
Here's what we know about the deadly train crash in Taiwan

Here's what we know about the deadly train crash in Taiwan

A busy passenger train carrying 490 people has derailed in a tunnel in eastern Taiwan, killing at least 48 and injuring dozens more, according to authorities.

Rescue efforts to free those trapped continue.

The eight car train, traveling to Taitung, came off the rails in a tunnel just north of Hualien, causing several carriages to hit the wall of the tunnel, the government-run Central News Agency (CNA) reported, citing the fire department.


You Might Like


💡 newsR Knowledge: Other News Mentions

Taiwan Taiwan Country in East Asia

U.S Elections: Biden’s Weakness Emboldens Putin; Ukraine War Escalates, Taiwan Next? [Video]

U.S Elections: Biden’s Weakness Emboldens Putin; Ukraine War Escalates, Taiwan Next?

In a compelling interview with Vlada Galan, an acclaimed Elections Expert and International Political Strategist, we explored the intricate connections between U.S. domestic politics and international conflicts. As the President & Chairman of the Board of the International Ukrainian Crisis Fund and a Partner at Altum International, Vlada brought a unique perspective to our discussion. #TrumpvsBiden #Putin #UkraineWar #XiJinping #TaiwanChina #DonaldTrump #JoeBiden #Democrats #Republicans #USElection2024 #VladaGalan #ElectionImpact #GlobalPerspectives #ForeignPolicy #InternationalRelations #Hezbollah #UkraineConflict #CampaignStrategies #BidenVsTrump #DomesticIssues #CrisisManagement #PoliticalStrategy #ElectionExpert ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.102~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 02:24Published
WATCH: Taiwan legislature passes pro-China changes [Video]

WATCH: Taiwan legislature passes pro-China changes

Taiwan's opposition-controlled legislature, led by the Nationalist Party, passed changes increasing its budgetary control, including over defense spending, seen as favoring China.

Credit: euronews (in English)    Duration: 01:00Published
Taiwan Slams China's Military Drills as ‘Blatant Provocation to World Order’ | Oneindia News [Video]

Taiwan Slams China's Military Drills as ‘Blatant Provocation to World Order’ | Oneindia News

China's recent two-day military drills around Taiwan have sparked outrage and concern. Described as a "blatant provocation to the international order" by Taipei, the war games were launched just three days after Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te took office. These extensive maneuvers, involving simulated strikes on Taiwan's leadership and critical infrastructure, have escalated tensions in the region. Watch as we delve into the details of the drills, Taiwan's response, and the broader implications for global peace and stability. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more updates on this developing story. #China #Taiwan #ChinaTaiwanConflict #ChinaTaiwanTensions #ChinaTaiwanRelations #Taipei #Oneindia ~HT.99~PR.274~ED.194~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:16Published
China launches military drills encircling Taiwan [Video]

China launches military drills encircling Taiwan

Credit: FRANCE 24 English    Duration: 00:52Published
China Holds First-Ever Military Drills Simulating a Full-Scale Invasion of Taiwan [Video]

China Holds First-Ever Military Drills Simulating a Full-Scale Invasion of Taiwan

China Holds First-Ever , Military Drill Simulating a , Full-Scale Invasion of Taiwan. BBC reports that China has opened two days of military drills near Taiwan, calling the exercises "strong punishment" for the self-ruled nation's "separatist acts.". BBC reports that China has opened two days of military drills near Taiwan, calling the exercises "strong punishment" for the self-ruled nation's "separatist acts.". News of the military exercises come just three days after Taiwanese President William Lai was inaugurated. . News of the military exercises come just three days after Taiwanese President William Lai was inaugurated. . Taiwan's defense ministry called the Chinese military drill "irrational provocations," while deploying naval, air and ground forces to "defend the island's sovereignty.". According to Taiwanese military officials, the latest Chinese drills are the first simulated full-scale attack on the island. . Maps released by China's People's Liberation Army (PLA) showed that the exercises were taking place all around Taiwan's main island. . For the first time, the drills also targeted the Taiwanese islands of Kinmen, Matsu, Wuqiu and Dongyin, all which lie near to the Chinese coast. . According to the PLA, the drills are focused on conducting joint sea-air combat-readiness operations and precision strikes on critical targets. The exercises will also run integrated operations inside and outside the island to determine the "joint real combat capabilities" of Tawian's forces. China's foreign ministry defended the drills as a "necessary and legitimate move" to safeguard national sovereignty. I need to stress that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory. This is both a fact based on history and the true status quo. This will not change in the future. Taiwan independence is doomed to fail, Wang Wenbin, China's Foreign Ministry spokesman, via BBC

Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories    Duration: 01:31Published

Related news from verified sources

Workers clear last train car from deadly crash site in Taiwan

Taiwan’s Minister for Transportation and Communications Lin Chia-lung said on Wednesday that he had...
Hindu - Published


Related videos from verified sources

DART Invested Millions In Security Cameras But Are They Reliable? [Video]

DART Invested Millions In Security Cameras But Are They Reliable?

It was a deadly collision between a car and a DART train that had as many as 20 mounted cameras. But DART says the only one pointed toward the crash wasn't working.

Credit: CBS 11 Dallas     Duration: 02:38Published
Salvage teams tow derailed Taiwan train after deadly accident [Video]

Salvage teams tow derailed Taiwan train after deadly accident

Salvage teams begin removing mangled train carriages after Taiwan's worst rail disaster in decades killed at least 50 people.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 00:50Published
Taiwan prosecutors launch probe as train crash death toll rises to 50 [Video]

Taiwan prosecutors launch probe as train crash death toll rises to 50

Taiwanese authorities confirmed the death toll in the accident, which saw the driver and assistant driver killed and others crushed to death, had risen to 50.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 01:00Published