Explosion at Cairo Train Station

At least 28 people have died and over 50 have been injured following a fire at Cairo's train station. Many of the injured are reported to be in critical condition.

The fire was caused by a train that derailed while departing the station and collided with a platform, leading to a powerful explosion. Egyptian media outlets are reporting various narratives regarding the incident. It has been noted that the train driver was in the locomotive's cabin and died as a result of the accident.