Preparations ready for Swiss day of mourning for fire victims

More than 1,000 guests are expected to attend a national day of mourning in Switzerland on Friday to commemorate the victims of the devastating fire in Crans-Montana. +Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox Government officials and politicians from Switzerland and abroad, as well as representatives of various religions, will attend the memorial service in Martigny, canton Valais. The day is dedicated to remembering the victims, showing solidarity with the injured, and expressing support for all those affected. The entire country is asked to observe a moment of silence at 2pm on Friday. This symbolizes the grief the nation shares with all the families and friends directly affected, according to a statement from the Federal Chancellery. The Federal Council will be represented by President Guy Parmelin, ministers Ignazio Cassis and Beat Jans, and Federal Chancellor Viktor Rossi. The entire Valais State Council will also be present. The ceremony will include ...