Deadly Nightclub Fire in North Macedonia Kills 59, Injures 155

The blaze at Club Pulse, caused by pyrotechnics during a concert, has exposed safety violations, overcrowding, and suspected corruption in the venue's operations.

Investigators confirmed that pyrotechnics ignited the nightclub's flammable ceiling, resulting in the rapid spread of the fire.
The venue was overcrowded with approximately 1,500 attendees, far exceeding its legal capacity of 250 people.
The nightclub lacked a valid operating license, and authorities are probing potential corruption in its issuance.
Fifteen individuals, including the club owner and concert organizers, have been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation.
International medical assistance has been mobilized, with severely injured victims transported to hospitals in neighboring countries for specialized care.