On July 7, 2025, Ouigo, the French high-speed rail operator in Spain, reported multiple operational incidents affecting three of its trains, resulting in delays of at least 90 minutes. Ouigo described these disruptions as "unprecedented and unacceptable" and criticized the response from Adif, the Spanish railway infrastructure manager, as insufficient. The operator urged Adif to implement a short-term emergency plan to prevent further incidents and called for increased investment to avoid additional disruptions and protect the reputation of high-speed rail services. Meanwhile, recent accidents on Portuguese rail lines, specifically in Alpedrinha on the Beira Baixa line and Alverca on the Linha do Norte, have highlighted ongoing safety concerns related to both infrastructure and pedestrian and driver behavior.