Moscow, 23 November 2021 (MIA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin offered condolences to his North Macedonia counterpart Stevo Pendarovski over the deadly bus accident in Bulgaria, which claimed the lives of 45 passengers, including 12 children, Tass news agency reported. “I offer my heartfelt condolences over the loss of lives of citizens of your country, including children, in a traffic accident in Bulgaria,” reads a telegram posted on Kremlin’s website. Putin also asked Pendarovski to convey sincere condolences and support to the loved ones of the victims as well as wishes for speedy recovery of seven passengers who survived the accident.