Sports & National Teams: Leeds’ Noah Okafor, 26, says he will “NEVER” play for Switzerland again under coach Murat Yakin, citing broken trust and hurt feelings, just as Switzerland prepare Nations League matches that include two games versus North Macedonia. Health Update: Napoli confirmed Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay’s heart ablation was a “complete success,” with a two-week rest before resuming training—meaning he will miss early Nations League fixtures, including clashes involving North Macedonia. Energy & Investment: Alcazar Energy Partners reached financial close on the €180m, 131.25MW Štip wind farm in North Macedonia, securing €115m+ in senior debt and targeting full operation by 2028. EU & Diplomacy: North Macedonia’s foreign minister says Skopje is ready to share EU accession experience with Ukraine and rejects “intimidation” during enlargement, while an EU enlargement commissioner warned candidates to avoid political dependencies tied to MAGA. Culture & Region: The Adriatic Film and TV Awards nominees were announced, with North Macedonia’s “DJ Ahmet” leading the cinema categories. Public Health: Reports say eight patients in Skopje were hospitalized with neuroinvasive West Nile virus, as deaths rise in North Macedonia. Business: TGI Fridays signed a development deal with Devolli Group for its first expansion into Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia.