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North Macedonia dual citizenship legislative initiative

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: SDSM calls for restrictions on dual citizenship for officials

The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) has expressed support for an initiative by the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) to restrict dual citizenship for state officials. SDSM is calling for the proposed legislati

SDSM minimum wage increase proposal in North Macedonia

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: SDSM proposes increasing minimum wage to 600 euros

The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) has moved to increase the national minimum wage to address rising living costs. Initially, the party proposed raising the wage to 36,000 denars (approximately 600 euros) to

West Nile virus cases surge across 15 European countries

87 clusters · 850 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: West Nile virus cases rise in Extremadura with two deaths reported

The West Nile virus outbreak continues to expand across Europe. As of early September, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reported 1,086 locally acquired infections across 15 countries, a signi

North Macedonia transport and infrastructure expansion

81 clusters · 119 sources · last updated 2 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

North Macedonia political and economic tensions rise

83 clusters · 88 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: SDSM leader criticizes Prime Minister over Ratko Mladic honors

In August 2026, political and economic tensions escalated as the ruling administration and the opposition traded accusations over national management. Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski defended his government’s economic

North Macedonia marks 35 years of independence

6 clusters · 46 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia celebrates 35 years of independence in Zagreb

North Macedonia is celebrating the 35th anniversary of its independence, stemming from the September 8, 1991, referendum in which over 95 percent of voters supported sovereignty. The milestone is being observed through s

North Macedonia institutional and demographic challenges

5 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia sees declining marriage rates and rising divorces

North Macedonia continues to navigate institutional and demographic challenges. The country is managing a legal trial concerning the ‘State Lottery’ case involving approximately 8 million euros, while simultaneously addr

Escalating regulatory and political conflict over Balkan med

7 clusters · 45 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Alpak Kapital media changes spark concerns over editorial independence in Serbia

The takeover of United Media by Alpac Capital continues to disrupt the Balkan media landscape, specifically through programming shifts and legal challenges. In Serbia, uncertainty has emerged regarding the future of prom

North Macedonia economic and energy development

11 clusters · 77 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia strengthens labor ties with Qatar and attracts new investment

North Macedonia is advancing economic diversification and energy infrastructure to establish itself as a regional hub. In the industrial sector, Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski previously reported the creation of 17,00

Levica party opposition in Skopje

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Levica party criticizes land sale in Aerodrom Municipality

The Levica political party has engaged in several actions criticizing the administration and management of Skopje. Initially, the party walked out of a Skopje City Council session to protest new procedural rules. Levica

North Macedonia transportation service and cost issues

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: BDI criticizes rising intercity transport costs in North Macedonia

Public transportation in North Macedonia has faced increasing scrutiny due to operational and financial difficulties. In Skopje, political accusations were leveled against Mayor Orce Georgievski, with SDSM councilor Keti

Corruption investigation in North Macedonia

2 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia government driver arrested for alleged bribery

A driver employed by the Government of North Macedonia’s General Secretariat, identified as 49-year-old D. C., was arrested on September 4, 2026, on suspicion of bribery and illegal influence. The individual allegedly de

West Nile virus surge across Europe and the Balkans

3 clusters · 85 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: West Nile virus spreads across Europe with over 1,000 cases reported

By early September 2026, the West Nile virus outbreak has escalated into a significant surge across Europe. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reported that over 1,000 locally acquired infectio

Serbian media influence in North Macedonia

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: SDSM claims Serbian media network is operating in North Macedonia

The Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) has raised alarms regarding the expansion of Serbian media influence within North Macedonia. SDSM president Venko Filipče warned that the entry of Serbian outlets aims to e

Gostivar water crisis: Legal actions and state of crisis

33 clusters · 101 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: SDSM accuses Public Prosecutor's Office of inaction on corruption reports

The drinking-water ban in Gostivar was lifted after laboratory results from the Food and Veterinary Agency and the Directorate for Protection and Rescue confirmed the water is microbiologically safe. This followed a 22-d

Hungary opposes EU accession acceleration and minority issue

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Hungary opposes accelerated EU accession for Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar continues to oppose the accelerated accession of candidate countries to the European Union, maintaining that membership must be based on achievements. Regarding Ukraine, Hungarian po

Economic and infrastructure developments in the Balkans

2 clusters · 40 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Vertical Corridor expands to North Macedonia and Serbia

Economic and infrastructure developments continue in North Macedonia and Albania. In North Macedonia, the government is implementing laws to support manufacturing and research through financial aid for investments, with

Macedonia water crisis, data centers and political disputes

11 clusters · 47 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: VMRO-DPMNE accuses SDSM of opposing data center investments

In late July 2026, severe water contamination was reported in seven Macedonian towns, including Gostivar and Prilep, with white foam observed in the Lepenec and Vardar rivers. The crisis sparked intense political dispute

Sremska Mitrovica residential and economic trends

2 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia Assembly adopts 2026-2030 Road Safety Strategy

Sremska Mitrovica has emerged as a residential hub for commuters traveling to Belgrade, with data indicating that 982 economically active residents make the daily trip. This proximity to the capital is supported by major

North Macedonia financial stability and debt management

4 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia Finance Minister disputes opposition debt claims

North Macedonia is managing its financial stability through international liquidity mechanisms and domestic debt restructuring. The European Central Bank (ECB) has approved the National Bank of North Macedonia’s access t

Levica party criticisms in North Macedonia

4 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Levica criticizes North Macedonian government over demographic crisis

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 wo

North Macedonia fuel procurement investigation

3 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Panče Toshkovski urges prosecution to pursue Mazut affair investigation

The Higher Public Prosecutor's Office in Skopje has ordered the reopening of the ‘Mazut’ investigation into fuel procurement for the Negotino Thermal Power Plant during the 2021–2023 energy crisis. This decision follows

North Macedonia public sector and pension increases

8 clusters · 42 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia pension adjustment to begin September 1

The VMRO-DPMNE-led government in North Macedonia continues to implement salary and pension increases across various sectors. In the public sector, recent agreements with unions UPOZ and SADO aim to improve pay for admini

Political disputes in Štip municipality

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Štip water crisis: SDSM criticizes Mayor Jordanov and VMRO-DPMNE

In Štip, the opposition SDSM, led by president Trajche Stojchevski, has leveled several accusations against Mayor Ivan Jordanov and the ruling VMRO-DPMNE party regarding local governance. Initially, Stojchevski called f

North Macedonia EU accession and diplomatic updates

6 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Bulgaria's Foreign Minister criticizes North Macedonia's lack of political will

In late July 2026, North Macedonia’s foreign trade minister Timco Mucunski defended the country’s EU accession negotiations on social media, rebuking former foreign minister Bujar Osmani for alleged distortions. He then

North Macedonia reforms and EU accession challenges

428 clusters · 187 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia Assembly commissions to discuss anti-corruption and defense

Since May 2026, North Macedonia’s ruling VMRO-DPMNE coalition and the opposition have been locked in a volatile reform race underpinning the country’s EU-accession bid. While the government has pursued EU Growth-Plan fun

Macedonian political opposition to Mickoski government

2 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia leaders clash over data center development

Venko Filipce, leader of the Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM), has intensified political opposition against Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski’s administration. On August 24, Filipce declared the SDSM prepared

North Macedonia modular hospital procurement controversy

3 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: VMRO-DPMNE criticizes modular hospital case and highlights healthcare investments

The investigation into the procurement of 19 modular hospitals used during the COVID-19 pandemic in North Macedonia has been closed by the Basic Public Prosecutor’s Office for Prosecution of Organized Crime and Corruptio

North Macedonia political party disputes

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: VMRO-DPMNE accused of losing political direction by Vasko Eftov

Political tensions in North Macedonia have centered on disputes regarding party morality and ideological consistency. Initially, VMRO-DPMNE MP Brane Petruševski criticized the Levica party, accusing its leadership of act

VMRO-DPMNE political activity in North Macedonia

4 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 21 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia political parties clash over wages and EU path

The VMRO-DPMNE political party in North Macedonia has focused its recent rhetoric on national stability and criticisms of the ruling SDSM party. Initially, the party emphasized a commitment to economic growth and nationa