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Four killed as school minibus collides with train in Belgium

Published Tuesday, May 26, 2026 · Updated May 26

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A school minibus carrying seven children and two adults collided with a train at a level crossing in Buggenhout, northern Belgium, on May 26, 2026. The collision resulted in the deaths of four people, including two children aged 12 and 15, and two adults. Five other children sustained critical but stable injuries, and an investigation into the incident has been launched.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Four people, including two children aged 12 and 15, and two adults, were killed when a train collided with a school minibus in Buggenhout, northern Belgium.
  • The school minibus was carrying seven children and two adults at the time of the collision.
  • Five other children involved in the incident are in critical but stable condition.
  • The collision occurred on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at a level crossing in Buggenhout.
  • An investigation has been launched into the incident.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

  • BBC NewsCenter

    A school minibus carrying seven children and two adults collided with a train in Buggenhout, northern Belgium, killing two children and two adults. Five other children are in critical but stable condition, and an investigation has been launched into the incident.

  • Deutsche WelleCenter

    The article provides a factual account of a tragic accident in Belgium, including official statements and context on level crossing safety.

  • The HinduCenter-Left

    A train collided with a school minibus in Buggenhout, northern Belgium, resulting in four fatalities, including two children. The incident occurred at a level crossing, causing severe damage to the bus and prompting condolences from Belgian officials and the EU chief.

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