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Slovak President Pellegrini Criticizes EU and Bulgaria for Blocking North Macedonia’s Accession
Slovak President Peter Pellegrini criticized the European Union and indirectly targeted Bulgaria for blocking North Macedonia’s EU accession, saying that the enlargement process should depend solely on the fulfillment of membership criteria and...

North Macedonia issues first big battery licenses, as 60 MW landmark looms
North Macedonia has issued its first two licenses for battery energy storage system (BESS) projects, with a combined capacity of 2.6 MW. These licenses were issued by the Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) of the Republic of North Macedonia to...

North Macedonia heads to local elections amid promises, unfinished projects and city challenges
North Macedonia is in the midst of a pre-election period characterised by a flurry of promises from politicians, ranging from infrastructure investments to tackling environmental issues, as the country prepares for its upcoming local elections on...

North Macedonia urged to abide by EU commitments
Candidates for EU membership must abide by the criteria and conditions they have agreed to themselves. This was stated by Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev after a meeting in Sofia with his German counterpart Johann Wadephul, BGNES...

'Skopje '83' Is A Roguelite Co-op Survival Game Coming To PC In November - Screens & Trailer

Highlights and goals: North Macedonia 1-1 Kazakhstan in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers
TRANSMISSION ENDS Thank you very much for joining us for our coverage of this matchday eight of the 2026 World Cup European qualifiers between North Macedonia and Kazakhstan. Stay tuned for all the latest sports news on Vavel.com. Have a great...

Gjurcinova's book presented in Skopje, with critic Zandel
At the Europe House in Skopje, the presentation of the book Literary Dialogues by Anastasija Gjurcinova, introduced by writer and critic Diego Zandel, was held last night as part of the initiatives for the XXV Week of the Italian Language in the...

Slovak President Visits North Macedonia
Slovak President Peter Pellegrini has begun a two-day official visit to North Macedonia. In Skopje, he will meet President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski, and the Head of Parliament Afrim Gashi. The talks will focus...

North Macedonia, municipalities go to the polls
© BUTENKOV ALEKSEI/Shutterstock Citizens of North Macedonia are called to renew municipal councils and elect new mayors: this election is marked by the high number of candidates and controversy over the integrity of the electoral lists On October...

Bulgaria reminds Slovakia: Skopje’s progress depends solely on implementing the Negotiating Framework
Bulgaria has reminded Slovakia that North Macedonia’s progress on its path toward EU membership depends solely on its own merits — specifically on fulfilling the established criteria and implementing the agreed commitments. The Ambassador of the...

On October 19, North Macedonia elects new local authorities
On October 19, North Macedonian citizens will vote to elect 80 mayors and local councils. These are the eighth local elections since the country's independence was declared—local elections are held every four years in the second half of October....

Highlights and goals: North Macedonia 1-1 Kazakhstan in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers
TRANSMISSION ENDS Thank you very much for joining us for our coverage of this matchday eight of the 2026 World Cup European qualifiers between North Macedonia and Kazakhstan. Stay tuned for all the latest sports news on Vavel.com. Have a great...

Slovak Ambassador summoned to Ministry of Foreign Affairs over statements made in Skopje
Slovak President Peter Pellegrini with President of North Macedonia Gordana Siljanovska Photo: EPA/BGNES Slovak Ambassador Vasil Grivna was summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs over official statements made by Slovak President Peter...

Slovak Ambassador Summoned to Foreign Ministry following President Pellegrini's Visit to Skopje
The Ambassador of Slovakia to Bulgaria, Vasil Grivna, was summoned to the Foreign Ministry in connection with official statements made by Slovak President Peter Pellegrini during his visit to the Republic of North Macedonia, including unacceptable...

Election Campaign in Republic of North Macedonia Enters Final Phase
The election campaign in the Republic of North Macedonia ahead of the local elections has entered its final phase. It officially ends on October 17, and local elections in 80 municipalities and the city of Skopje will be held on October 19....

North Macedonia vs Kazakhstan Prediction and Betting Tips | October 13th 2025
North Macedonia will host Kazakhstan at the Tose Proeski Arena on Monday in the penultimate round of their UEFA 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign. The home side have performed remarkably well in their qualification campaign so far and sit...

Ursula in Skopje: I’m Clear – Bulgarians Must Be Included in the Constitution
“The next and only step before the start of accession talks is clear. You must implement the agreed constitutional amendment. The ball is in your court. The EU is ready.” This was the message from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen...

North Macedonia hold Belgium, Mbappe inspires France
North Macedonia put on a defensive masterclass to hold Belgium to a 0-0 draw away in their World Cup qualifier and keep a one-point lead in Group J. The visitors kept out everything Belgium could throw at them in a near 90-minute siege and lead...

Slovak President in Skopje: EU Enlargement to Western Balkans Boosts European Stability
The enlargement of the European Union to include the Western Balkans is a way to strengthen stability across Europe, Slovak President Peter Pellegrini said during his official visit to the Republic of North Macedonia. "You have really come a long...

North Macedonia stay top of group J after holding Belgium to goalless draw
Belgium could not break North Macedonia’s 13-game unbeaten run in competitive fixtures as they were held to a 0-0 draw in FIFA World Cup qualifying (WCQ) on home soil. With the visitors conceding just twice in qualifying before tonight, Belgium...