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The European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO) has initiated an investigation into potential fraud involving EU funds allocated for the modernization of the Madrid-Sevilla high-speed rail line. This inquiry follows a tragic accident that occurred on the same route at the end of October. EPPO is examining three Spanish institutions, including the Railway Infrastructure Administrator (ADIF) and the State Agency for Railway Safety (AESF), to determine if there were any fraudulent activities related to the funding for safety and communication systems. The investigation was launched independently by EPPO, highlighting public interest in the case. This is not the first investigation into EU fund usage for this rail line, as another case was opened in March 2026 regarding maintenance funds.