Bulgaria–North Macedonia Medical Row: Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova says she will contact Skopje and President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova on Monday over Iva Mihailova, after a Kočani court again refused permission for her to receive treatment in Bulgaria; Bulgaria’s Foreign Ministry warns the delay risks permanent, irreversible injuries and says local care can’t provide the prescribed help. Energy & Security: Kosovo says blocked electricity trading with Serbia cost it over €150m in 2024, while Bulgaria reported a drone carrying explosives crashed near the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline, prompting stepped-up surveillance. EU Enlargement Pressure: A new debate is heating up over whether the EU is serious about admitting new members, as candidate states push for faster progress. Skopje Sports Spotlight: Bulgarian judoka won medals at the Skopje Junior European Cup, adding more hardware after Saturday’s gold and bronze haul. Public Health Watch: West Nile virus cases are rising across Europe, with North Macedonia among the affected countries. Local Culture: North Macedonia’s regional ties and culture stay in focus as events and arts programming continue across the Balkans.