Dozens go on trial over North Macedonia nightclub fire that killed 63

Thirty-five individuals and three institutions are on trial in North Macedonia for a nightclub fire that resulted in the death of 63 people, mostly young attendees. The club, located in Kocani, caught fire during a concert, causing a tragic loss of life. The accused face charges of negligently allowing unsafe conditions in the venue. The trial is expected to be lengthy and transparent, addressing years of safety violations that turned the club into a fatal environment.