The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan has extended condolences to North Macedonia regarding the fire that resulted in human casualties.

Axar.az reports that this was mentioned on the Ministry's social media account.

“We are deeply saddened by the news of the horrific fire in Kočani, North Macedonia, which has claimed the lives of dozens of people. We offer our most sincere condolences to everyone affected by this heartbreaking loss and hope for the full recovery of those injured,” the Ministry’s post stated.

It should be noted that at least 50 people died as a result of the fire at a nightclub in Kočani.