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BDI political criticism and VLEN counter-accusations

11 clusters · 18 sources · last updated about 5 hours ago

Latest: Izet Mexhiti dismisses rumors of returning to BDI

Political tensions have escalated between the BDI party and the VLIN/VLEN coalition in North Macedonia. Initially, the BDI criticized the coalition for its perceived weakness and lack of executive influence. The situatio

Trial continues for Artan Grubi in State Lottery case

9 clusters · 61 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: State Lottery trial continues in Skopje with evidence presentation

The trial of former First Deputy Prime Minister Artan Grubi and seven others has resumed at the Basic Criminal Court in Skopje. The defendants are accused of abusing their official positions to cause damages to the State

Ratko Mladić death and funeral spark regional controversy

40 clusters · 368 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Balkan politics: Tensions rise over Ratko Mladic legacy and Sarajevo Safari

Following the death of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić on August 27, 2026, regional tensions have escalated. Mladić’s son, Darko, and a defense medical team have alleged he died due to ‘irresponsible medical treatmen

Brvenica mayoral by-election

3 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Venko Filipçe calls for political change in Bërvenicë

Following the death of Mayor Ivica Ilievski in June 2026, extraordinary mayoral elections have been scheduled for October 18 in Brvenica, North Macedonia. Political coalitions have finalized their candidates. The VLEN c

BDI opposition to Kosovo Specialist Chambers

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: BDI leader Ali Ahmeti discusses Kosovo Specialist Chambers decision

The Democratic Union for Integration (BDI) has voiced strong opposition to the legal proceedings of the Kosovo Specialist Chambers in The Hague. The party leadership characterized the judicial process against former Koso

Germany approves income tax reform amid economic concerns

4 clusters · 66 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Germany approves income tax reform aimed at middle-income relief

The German federal cabinet has approved a draft for an income tax reform designed to provide relief to millions of households, specifically targeting families and low-to-middle income earners. Proposed by Finance Ministe

North Macedonia transport and infrastructure expansion

81 clusters · 120 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia infrastructure: Audit reveals 0.12% construction spend on 1.3B euro projects

The Macedonian government’s multi-year infrastructure and public investment push expanded in August 2026. A budget rebalance redirected fiscal space toward capital investments, increasing them by 5.8 billion denars (14.5

Albanian rights and representation tensions in North Macedon

7 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Democratic Union for Integration demands accountability over flag display in Tetovo

Political tensions in North Macedonia have escalated regarding the representation and rights of the ethnic Albanian community. The Democratic Union for Integration (BDI) has reported multiple grievances, including the de

Rhine and Danube low-water crisis hits historic extremes

16 clusters · 336 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Oberwesel cancels ‘Rhein in Flammen’ due to low Rhine water levels

The low-water crisis on the Rhine and Danube has intensified into a historic hydrological drought. By late September 2026, the Rhine reached extreme lows: the Düsseldorf gauge hit a record minus 3 centimeters, while the

US-Iran conflict and energy shocks drive oil volatility

1706 clusters · 3649 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Oil prices surge toward $100 amid US-Iran tensions

The military conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has entered its seventh month, characterized by a stalemate involving ‘Operation Economic Outcast,’ a blockade designed to isolate Iran from global trade. While the

Albanian-language school closures in North Macedonia

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Struga council decision to close Albanian schools sparks condemnation

Controversy has emerged in North Macedonia regarding the closure of Albanian-language educational programs in different municipalities. In Butel Municipality, the Petar Zdravkovski-Penko primary school decided to close