France, Sept. 4 -- French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday joined several world leaders to send their condolences to the victims and the Portuguese people following the derailment of a funicular railway which left at least 15 people dead and 18 injured in central Lisbon.

"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.

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