Madrid Train Bombings

The Madrid train bombings occurred on March 11, 2004, when terrorists detonate bombs on commuter trains, killing 193 people and injuring over 2,000. The attacks were carried out by an Islamist extremist group, aiming to disrupt Spain’s government and society. The bombs were placed on multiple trains during rush hour, causing widespread fear and grief. This event was one of Europe's deadliest terrorist acts at the time and led to increased security measures and a reevaluation of counter-terrorism strategies across the continent.