France, Sept. 4 -- French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday joined several world leaders in offering condolences after a funicular derailment in central Lisbon killed at least 17 people and injured more than 20 others.

"The French people join the Portuguese in mourning after the tragic cable car accident in Lisbon," said Macron on social media.

"Our condolences go out to the bereaved families and we stand in solidarity with Portugal."

Spain's Prime Minster Pedro Sanchez said he was appalled by the terrible accident.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen sadi she learned of the tragedy with sadness and sent her condolences to the families of the victims.

The opening stages of an inquiry were underway on Thursday as Po...