Skopje Sports Spotlight: The first day of the European Judo Cup in Skopje ended with Austrian judoka Nilgun Rzayeva winning bronze in the 63kg category, with 10 more Macedonian competitors set to join the action. Regional Security & Energy: A drone carrying explosives exploded in Bulgaria near the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline compressor stations, prompting border surveillance upgrades; officials say there were no casualties or damage, while Ukraine denied targeting Bulgaria. Public Health Watch: West Nile virus continues to spread across Europe, with 241 human cases reported so far this season; North Macedonia has logged 13 cases, as health agencies urge mosquito-bite prevention. Human Rights & Diplomacy: Bulgaria again demanded that Iva Mihailova be allowed timely medical treatment, after a Kočani court refused permission for care abroad despite claims her prescribed treatment can’t be provided in North Macedonia. Local Politics: An Albanian DUI party demanded Albanian be restored on state signs at the Tabanoc border crossing, alleging the change violated language rules. Climate & Cities: Skopje’s “urban heat island” effect was highlighted by readings showing much higher temperatures in direct sun than in shaded areas.