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Three people killed in train crash in Germany, police say

Several people were killed when a passenger train derailed in southwestern Germany near the town of Biberach, close to the border with France.

Frontex’s Executive Director Hans Leijtens speaks to German and Greek border police during his visit at the border between Bulgaria and Turkey, near Kapitan Andreevo, Bulgaria, February 29, 2024.
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View of the Israel Railways train near the southern Israeli city of Sderot, July 21, 2025.

From Tel Aviv to Haifa in 30 minutes: Israel Railways to launch high-speed line by 2029

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'A crucial milestone': Construction of Jerusalem Khan station officially begins

"The high-speed rail extension will make it faster and easier for residents and visitors to reach the city center in a convenient and sustainable way," said Miri Regev.

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Better mobile reception on trains? Israel Railways to improve service WiFi on trains

The Transportation and Communications ministries announced a NIS 68 million plan to improve cellular reception for passengers traveling on Israel Railways.

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El Al cancels all flights, tells passengers not to come to airport amid Iran threat

The company confirmed it is acting in accordance with instructions from the country's security and aviation authorities.

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Beirut's new government moves to reboot Lebanon's public transport

Civil society leaders in Lebanon continue to advocate for equitable urban infrastructure despite decades of political inaction

 A view shows a rusted train at an old railway station in Beirut, Lebanon October 27, 2017.

At least 18 injured in knife attack in Hamburg, woman arrested

The woman is believed to have acted alone, and no information has been identified as to her motive.

The German ICE high-speed train

Massive renewal in Bat Yam: 4,600 apartments to be built around the light rail station

VATMAL discussed a major urban renewal near “Ha'Atzmaut” station with 4,600 new homes, commerce, jobs, bike paths, and public spaces. Around 1,600 existing units will be vacated for the project.

 Urban renewal plan in North Bat Yam

Israeli public transport fares to rise for second time in less than a year

Bus and train fares in Israel will significantly rise this Friday to fund the “Transportation Justice” reform, though the quality of public transport will remain low.

 Buses in central Jerusalem, February 12, 2025

CAF Israel president: Israel Railways must bring in more players

"What is needed is 200 kilometers to connect the Saudi railway network to the Israeli one — via Jordan," said CAF Israel president Mickey Raviv.

 Israelis use the train transportation system after a long weekend on a very crowded Sunday, Karmiel and Beer Sheva stations, on May 28, 2023.

Israel Railways CEO: We aim for 300m passengers by 2040

Israel Railways CEO Moshe Jana: 'These are not imaginary numbers, but numbers that we are part of the five-year plan. The dream — 30 minutes gross from Beersheva or Haifa to Tel Aviv.'

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Bangkok to Beijing: Thailand speeds up high-speed rail link to China via Laos by 2030

Government spokesman says the rail line will connect Thailand to the global economy and bring it closer to becoming a logistics hub.

 Bangkok to Beijing: Thailand accelerates high-speed rail project to connect with China via Laos by 2030.

Saudi Arabia unveils 'Dream of the Desert', Middle East's first five-star luxury train

Designed as a five-star journey, the train blends luxury hospitality with exquisite design for a rich cultural experience.

 Saudi Arabia unveils 'Dream of the Desert', Middle East's first five-star luxury train. Illustration.