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Mickoski Says Macedonia Ranks Among Europe’s Most Active in Crisis Response

Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski says Macedonia has positioned itself among the three leading countries in Europe in terms of measures taken to cushion the impact of the energy crisis and rising prices.

April 20, 2026

Macedonia

Macedonia Moves to Finalize Diplomatic Appointments as Foreign Network Nears Full Staffing

Macedonia is entering the final stage of rebuilding its diplomatic network, with institutions working to fill vacant ambassadorial and consular posts abroad, Foreign Minister Timcho Mucunski said. According to Mucunski, some of

April 20, 2026

Macedonia

Magyar Pushes for Broader Central European Alliance with Croatia, Slovenia and Austria

Hungarian politician Péter Magyar has called for an expansion of the Visegrád Group, proposing that Croatia, Slovenia and Austria join the existing format in what he describes as a new “V8” platform.

April 20, 2026

Croatia·Slovenia

Modrić Extends Remarkable Run with 13th Straight Croatian Player of the Year Award

Luka Modrić has added another milestone to his already exceptional career, after being named Croatia’s best footballer for the 13th consecutive year. The latest recognition further underlines his lasting influence and continued

April 20, 2026

Croatia·Sport

Bulgaria’s Election Result Renews Debate in Skopje Over the Future of Macedonia’s EU Path

Bulgaria’s latest election outcome has once again pushed Macedonia’s European future into the regional spotlight, as political voices in Skopje assess whether the shift in Sofia could influence the long-standing dispute tied

April 20, 2026

Macedonia·Sport

Household Budgets Under Strain as Living Costs Continue to Rise in Macedonia

The pressure on household finances in Macedonia is becoming more visible as the cost of basic living continues to climb faster than incomes. Recent estimates show that a family now needs around

April 20, 2026

Macedonia

Vučić Says Election Outcome Could Shape Serbia’s Development Agenda

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said the exact date of the upcoming elections should be known around St. George’s Day, while using the occasion of the opening of a new railway bridge over

April 20, 2026

Serbia

Croatian Lottery Player Wins Nearly €230,000 on a €1 Ticket

A lottery player from the Croatian town of Slatina has claimed a jackpot worth €229,875.04 after matching the winning numbers in Monday’s Lotto 6 draw. The prize was secured with one of

April 20, 2026

Croatia

Slovenia Marks First-Ever Robotic Corn Planting in the Region

Slovenia has entered new territory in agricultural innovation after carrying out what is being described as the first robotic corn sowing in this part of Europe. The demonstration took place in the

April 20, 2026

Slovenia

New Bomb Threats Reported Across the Region, Schools Evacuated in Bosnia, Croatia and Montenegro

A new wave of bomb threats was reported across the Western Balkans on Monday morning, shifting concern from shopping centers to schools in several countries across the region. After shopping malls in

April 20, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Community·Croatia·Montenegro

Gold Gains Ground Again as Price Climbs to 131 Euros Per Gram

Gold is once again drawing strong investor attention, holding its value despite short-term market fluctuations. On European markets, the precious metal is trading with moderate movement but without major disruption, pointing to

April 20, 2026

Business

Joshua Benjamin Burns Emerges as Macedonia’s Standout Performer at World Rapid Chess Championship

Joshua Benjamin Burns delivered the strongest result among Macedonia’s representatives at the 2026 World Rapid Chess Championship, held in Vrnjačka Banja, Serbia, across 11 rounds in the under-8, under-10, under-12, under-14, under-16

April 20, 2026

Macedonia·Sport