Brits involved in fatal Peru train crash near Machu Picchu
A head-on train collision near Machu Picchu, Peru, has left one dead and dozens injured, including British nationals. The Foreign Office is providing support. Read the latest updates.
A head-on train collision near Machu Picchu, Peru, has left one dead and dozens injured, including British nationals. The Foreign Office is providing support. Read the latest updates.
The UK Foreign Office confirms British nationals were involved in a train collision near Machu Picchu, Peru. One person killed, over 30 injured. Read the latest updates.
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