Three killed as Egypt train derails en route to Cairo

A tragic train accident in Egypt claimed the lives of at least three people when a Cairo-bound train derailed on Sunday, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.

According to Egyptian media reports, the train was travelling from the coastal city of Mersa Matruh to the capital, Cairo, when it went off the tracks, resulting in casualties and multiple injuries.

Authorities confirmed that several injured passengers were provided initial medical treatment at local hospitals before being discharged and allowed to return home.

Further investigations are underway to determine the cause of the derailment.