Swiss President Guy Parmelin has responded to criticism from the Italian government over the release of bar owner Jacques Moretti on bail following the New Year’s Eve fire in Crans‑Montana that killed 40 people. Parmelin, speaking to Italy’s Corriere della Sera, stressed the importance of the separation of powers and warned that politicians should not interfere with the judicial system. He acknowledged the Italian anger but pointed out differences between Swiss and Italian judicial procedures. The Italian government, led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, has called for an urgent joint investigation and condemned the bail decision as an affront to the victims’ families. Moretti, who was released after paying a €215,000 bond, remains under restrictions, including a stay‑in‑Switzerland order and daily police reporting. The incident has sparked international scrutiny of safety and legal processes in Swiss tourist resorts.

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