The European Union’s foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, has reacted to the devastating fire in Kočani, North Macedonia, which claimed the lives of 50 people.
“My condolences to all those affected by this tragedy. I wish a speedy recovery to the injured,” Kallas wrote in her statement.
She emphasized that “the EU shares the grief and sorrow with the people of North Macedonia.”

The tragic incident has drawn international concern, with EU leaders and officials offering support and assistance to those impacted by the disaster.