Condolences extended over North Macedonia fire tragedy

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.

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 07:49

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

The fire claimed 59 lives and injured 155 others.

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