North Macedonia is in a state of mourning following a catastrophic fire at the Pulse nightclub in Kocani that resulted in 59 deaths and numerous injuries. The interior minister, Panche Toshkovski, confirmed that the club lacked a proper operating licence, which he associated with ongoing issues of bribery and corruption. With 15 people detained for questioning and investigations into more than 20 others, authorities aim to address the causes of the tragedy. Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski expressed the irreplaceable loss of young lives, pledging action to prevent such disasters in the future.
The devastating fire at a nightclub in North Macedonia, which claimed at least 59 lives, has led to a seven-day mourning period and heightened scrutiny of safety regulations.
Interior Minister Panche Toshkovski announced that the nightclub was operating illegally, highlighting systemic issues of bribery and corruption affecting licensing in North Macedonia.
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