ZSwitzerland announced it would cover medical expenses for Italian fire victims in Crans-Montana, withdrawing from its initial request for remuneration from Rome – a request Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni had named as Shameful.
41 people lost their lives and 115 others were injured when a fire swept through a crowded bar during New Year’s celebrations in the Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana. 12 Italian victims received medical treatment in Switzerland during the first weeks of 2026, before moving to hospitals in Italy.
Mellon welcomed Switzerland’s decision to cover medical expenses worth 1.5 million Swiss francs (1.9 million dollars).
I am pleased with this solution: no burden will burden upon families or upon Italy, It says Mellon, it says. Reuters, Klankosova broadcast.
My thoughts go, once again, to the families of the victims and the injured young, who are facing a tremendous pain of unique dignity and strength, She added.
Under an agreement between Switzerland and the European Union, states usually cover expenses for their secured citizens when they receive medical treatment abroad, Klankosova broadcast.tv.
A patient provided in Switzerland has been treated in Italy.
The Swiss government is aware of the unfathomable suffering that burdens the families of the victims and all those affected by this event, It says on notice.
The decision to give up the request to restore treatment spending is in line with the principle of reciprocity and sends a message that Switzerland knows the solidarity that has been shown to it, It adds further, referring to the aid received from Italy and other countries.