The nightclub in North Macedonia where 59 people were killed in a fire lacked safety measures, including a locked emergency exit, lack of fire extinguishers and sprinklers, and flammable materials, according to the state prosecutor. The fire broke out during a hip hop concert, causing panic as people tried to escape through the only exit. The nightclub had substandard conditions and operated illegally, leading to the arrest of 20 people, including government officials and the nightclub manager. The country has started a week of mourning for the victims.

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