Authorities say an initial investigation into the Club Pulse fire that killed dozens of young revelers in North Macedonia suggests "bribery and corruption" could be behind the tragedy.

A devastating fire at a nightclub in Kocani, North Macedonia, claimed 59 lives and injured 155 during a concert. The blaze, likely caused by pyrotechnics, led to chaos and a tragedy of immense proportions.

At least 59 people died and more than 150 were injured in the inferno. The authorities said the venue’s hospitality permit had been issued illegally.