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North Macedonia Energy Minister interpellation debate

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated about 10 hours ago

Latest: Ljupcho Prendzov questions opposition over interpellation debate

The North Macedonian Parliament rejected an interpellation filed by the Levica party seeking a vote of no confidence in Energy Minister Sanja Bozhinovska. The motion was defeated with 19 votes in favor and 63 against. O

North Macedonia fiscal and agricultural spending

8 clusters · 21 sources · last updated about 13 hours ago

Latest: Sanjа Lukareska criticizes North Macedonia's second budget rebalance

North Macedonia has reported significant developments regarding its national budget and sectoral spending. Through August 2026, budget revenues reached 230.6 billion denars, an 8 percent increase over the previous year,

North Macedonia political and EU integration tensions rise

121 clusters · 115 sources · last updated about 13 hours ago

Latest: LSDM leader calls for early elections in North Macedonia

Political and economic tensions in North Macedonia have intensified through late 2026, characterized by accusations of foreign influence and institutional instability. The opposition SDSM (and LSDM) has accused Prime Min

North Macedonia economic, energy, and fiscal trends

31 clusters · 106 sources · last updated about 18 hours ago

Latest: North Macedonia consumer basket debate highlights cost of living gap

North Macedonia is experiencing sustained economic growth alongside intensifying political debates over debt and agricultural viability. While the government reports GDP growth of 4.3% in Q2 2026, the SDSM opposition has

Slovenian Sovereignty Day political controversy

3 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Slovenia Sovereignty Day protests in Koper disrupt state ceremony

Political tensions have escalated in Slovenia regarding the state celebration of Sovereignty Day in Koper, marking the 35th anniversary of the departure of the last Yugoslav People’s Army (JNA) troops in October 1991. Th

SDSM minimum wage and agricultural subsidy proposals

7 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: SDSM criticizes Macedonian government over rising living costs and debt

The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) has proposed increasing the national minimum wage to 36,960 denars (approximately 600 euros) to combat rising living costs. SDSM President Venko Filipce has argued that the

North Macedonia fuel prices and oil supply stability

12 clusters · 56 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia fuel prices decrease as gasoline drops by 5 denars

To mitigate rising costs and potential supply disruptions, the North Macedonian government approved a temporary reduction in the Value Added Tax (VAT) on diesel from 18% to 10%, effective September 15, 2026. Prime Minist

Slovenian local election campaign expands across regions

21 clusters · 30 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Ljubljana mayoral candidates announce platforms

As the autumn local elections approach, mayoral candidacies continue to emerge across Slovenia. In Ljubljana, the race is intensifying. Recent polling by Ninamedia for Mladina indicates that incumbent Zoran Janković lead

Internal reform disputes within SDSM

5 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: SDSM Leader Venko Filipce faces criticism over Zoran Zaev's influence

The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) is experiencing intense internal conflict driven by the ‘12:05’ platform, a group of current and former officials seeking structural reforms. The movement, which includes f

North Macedonian government domestic policy and stability

5 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia Prime Minister highlights infrastructure projects

North Macedonian Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski has focused on domestic infrastructure, energy security, and political stability. In early October, Mickoski announced approximately 500 million euros in budget support

Bulgarian energy export and storage expansion

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Bulgaria doubles battery storage capacity to 6 GW

Bulgaria has become a major energy exporter in the Balkans by rapidly expanding its solar energy and battery energy storage systems (BESS). This growth allows the country to capitalize on a regional drought in Eastern Eu

West Nile virus surge in North America, Europe, and Balkans

32 clusters · 367 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: San Fernando declared high risk for West Nile Virus

Public health agencies in North America, Europe, and the Balkans continue to report West Nile virus activity. In the United States, the CDC has reported 1,328 human cases across 45 states, with 1,004 classified as neuroi

Trial continues for Artan Grubi in State Lottery case

12 clusters · 63 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: State Lottery court case: Former board member testifies on VLT purchases

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

North Macedonia State Lottery contract and corruption probe

7 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: State Lottery of North Macedonia faces audit irregularities

The North Macedonian State Lottery continues to face scrutiny regarding its contract with Avalon and its subsidiary, Stardust, to organize the 35th anniversary of national independence. While government spokesperson Mari

Levica party environmental and mining opposition

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Levica party protests mining concession in Probishtip

The political party Levica in North Macedonia has been actively opposing mining and industrial activities that pose environmental risks. Initially, the party submitted amendments to the proposed Law on Environment to pro

Slovenian government economic and legislative priorities

12 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Janez Janša outlines education reforms and economic priorities

Political tensions in Slovenia have escalated as the government faces increased scrutiny from opposition leaders. During a session of the National Assembly, Prime Minister Janez Janša addressed rising energy costs, reite

Slovenia prepares for December referendum on ZIURS law

22 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Slovenia prepares for referendum on development intervention law

The signature collection campaign to trigger a referendum on the Intervention Act for the Development of Slovenia (ZIURS) successfully reached its target. Branimir Štrukelj, president of the Confederation of Public Secto

North Macedonia landfill and waste management crisis

2 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Arachinovo landfill fire sparks criticism over institutional negligence

A waste management crisis in North Macedonia has escalated due to recurring landfill fires and environmental concerns. In Kumanovo, authorities announced the temporary diversion of municipal waste to the Drisla landfill

Belgrade Assembly postpones Mayor Šapić dismissal vote

3 clusters · 49 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Belgrade City Assembly postpones vote on Mayor Aleksandar Šapić's dismissal

Belgrade Mayor Aleksandar Šapić is facing intense political pressure and calls for resignation following a physical confrontation with Tanja Mićić, a councilwoman from the Kreni-Promeni movement. Mićić alleges that Šapić

Slovenian journalists condemn verbal attack

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Asta Vrečko and Mojca Škrinjar engage in political dispute

Journalistic organizations in Slovenia, including the Association of Journalists and Publicists (ZNP) and the Journalists' Association of Slovenia, have condemned a verbal attack by artist and activist Svetlana Makarovič

Regional fish die-offs and water pollution

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Treska River pollution linked to fish die-off near Kichevo

Reports of significant fish die-offs have emerged across several water bodies in the Balkan region, linked to varying environmental stressors. In Serbia and Croatia, massive losses were recorded in Belgrade’s Veliko bla

North Macedonia student meal subsidy dispute

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: North Macedonian students demand higher meal subsidies

In North Macedonia, political and student groups are advocating for reforms to the student meal subsidy system due to rising living costs. The Levica political party proposed legislative amendments to link the daily mea

Levica party political disputes in North Macedonia

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Levica party withdraws from Tetovo street-naming commission

The Levica political party has engaged in multiple disputes with governing coalitions in North Macedonia regarding procedural and historical issues. In Skopje, the party protested changes to City Council procedures, acc

VMRO-DPMNE political modernization and reform efforts

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: VMRO-DPMNE pushes for diaspora voting rights and party funding reform

The VMRO-DPMNE party in North Macedonia has initiated efforts to modernize its organizational and electoral presence. In late August 2026, the party launched a three-month digital membership and recruitment campaign unde

North Macedonia agricultural sector crisis

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia opposition supports farmers' protest

The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) has intensified its criticism of the government regarding a deepening crisis in the agricultural sector. Initially, SDSM President Venko Filipče announced plans to propose

Levica party criticisms in North Macedonia

5 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Levica party criticizes SDSM and VMRO-DPMNE duopoly

The political party Levica has issued several criticisms regarding the North Macedonian government’s management of social and economic issues. Initially, the party criticized the lack of mandatory heat protection for wor