Tragedy in Switzerland leaves president Pavel deeply saddened

A deadly fire in a bar at the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana has prompted condolences from Czech President Petr Pavel, who said the loss of so many lives filled him with deep sadness and regret. In a telegram to his Swiss counterpart Guy Parmelin, Pavel expressed sympathy to the families of the victims and the Swiss public. More than 40 people were killed in the blaze, with around 115 others seriously injured. Swiss authorities said some victims were foreigners, though identities have not yet been confirmed. Czech officials said there is no indication that Czech citizens were among the victims. Investigators do not suspect terrorism, and the cause of the fire remains unclear.