In brief
In a tragic turn of events, a fire at the Pulse club in Kocani on Saturday night led to the deaths of 59 individuals and left 155 others injured. Marija Taseva, a survivor, recounted the horrific scene, stating that "everyone started screaming" as they tried to escape through a single exit that quickly became chaotic. Authorities have detained 15 individuals in connection with this incident, including venue owners and former officials amidst allegations of corruption. The Prime Minister has vowed that accountability will be enforced without bias. The fire, sparked by pyrotechnics igniting flammable materials, revealed serious safety failings at the venue, previously operating without a valid license. The tragedy marks a significant loss for the community, with many young lives taken too soon, as families continue to seek answers and demand justice.
