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Ruling Party Proposes Ban on MPs with Dual Citizenship in Macedonia

Macedonia’s ruling VMRO-DPMNE parliamentary group has submitted draft amendments to the Law on Members of Parliament that would introduce an additional eligibility condition: a person could serve as an MP only if

April 22, 2026

Macedonia

Macedonia’s “McDonald’s”: Local Chain Sedmica Generates Over €5 Million in Revenue

A local Skopje fast food brand, often described as the “Macedonian McDonald’s,” has managed to build a highly successful business model with just a handful of locations. The chain, known as Sedmica,

April 21, 2026

Macedonia

Macedonia and Bosnia and Herzegovina Deepen Cooperation After Ministerial Meeting

Macedonia and Bosnia and Herzegovina have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation following a meeting between Goran Minchev and Davor Bunoza, held in Budva as part of the Berlin Process. The

April 20, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Macedonia

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

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

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

Dario Ivanovski Finishes Runner-Up at Belgrade Marathon

Macedonian marathon runner Dario Ivanovski delivered another strong performance on the international stage, finishing second in the men’s race at the Belgrade Marathon after clocking 2:09:35 in a highly competitive field. Ivanovski

April 20, 2026

Macedonia·Sport

North Macedonia Lines Up Bosnia, Turkey and Bahrain for Key Pre-Nations League Tests

North Macedonia’s national team is set for a demanding run of friendly matches as it prepares for the start of the new UEFA Nations League campaign. Bosnia and Herzegovina has already been

April 17, 2026

Macedonia·Sport·Uncategorized

Macedonia Pays Tribute to Holocaust Victims

Macedonia honored the victims of the Holocaust with a series of commemorative events, paying respect to the thousands of Macedonian Jews who perished during World War II. State officials, representatives of the

April 15, 2026

Macedonia

Over 2,000 Soldiers Without Status? Union Targets Macedonia’s Defense Ministry

The situation in the Army has significantly deteriorated due to unlawful actions, claims the president of the Independent Trade Union of Professional Soldiers, Aleksandar Naskovski. He accuses the Minister of Defense, Vlado

April 15, 2026

Macedonia

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