Condolences extended over North Macedonia fire tragedy

The fire on early March 16 left 59 dead and 155 others injured.

The fire in North Macedonia on March 16, 2025 claimed 59 lives and injures 155 others. (Photo: Xinhua/VNA)
The fire in North Macedonia on March 16, 2025 claimed 59 lives and injures 155 others. (Photo: Xinhua/VNA)

Hanoi (VNA) – State President Luong Cuong on March 18 sent a message of condolence to North Macedonian President Gordana Sijanovska Davkova following a devastating fire in the early hours of March 16.

The fire claimed 59 lives and injured 155 others./.

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