Czech Republic sends medical team to North Macedonia after deadly fire

17/3/2025 6:01

The government of the Czech Republic announced on Sunday that it has approved the dispatch of a medical team to North Macedonia in response to a deadly nightclub fire there.

In connection with the tragedy in Kocani, North Macedonia, the government had approved the deployment of a medical team from the Ministry of Defense, the government said in a statement.

"The news of the night fire in Kocani has deeply affected me. Allies must stand together in difficult times. That is why we immediately complied with North Macedonia's request and are sending a military plane with a medical team to help," said Prime Minister Petr Fiala.

The ten-member medical team, including support staff, will travel to North Macedonia, departing late Sunday.

At least 59 people have died, and over 100 others have been hospitalized after a devastating fire broke out on Sunday at a nightclub in Kocani, according to local media.