AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEU Enlargement Push in Skopje: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met PM Hristijan Mickoski, saying North Macedonia must “seize the enlargement momentum” and take the next step to open the “fundamentals cluster,” while the EU prepares pre-enlargement reviews on institutions, policies and budget. EU–Bulgaria Mediation: Mickoski said talks with Bulgaria need EU presence, with a diplomatic note to be sent to Sofia—framing EU mediation as key to unblocking accession. US Military Aid Controversy: The Trump administration reportedly redirected about $52m in military aid originally meant for Slovakia and North Macedonia to Panama, Peru, Ecuador and Colombia, drawing pushback from senior Democrats. Bulgarians’ Constitutional Fight: Bulgarian organizations in North Macedonia protested a proposal to include Bulgarians in the Constitution with delayed effect, arguing it risks leaving rights unprotected. Security & Terrorism: North Macedonia’s Interior Ministry reported arrests of ISIS members and investigations tied to terrorism. Sports (Skopje Focus): Nations League action dominates headlines as Scotland, led by Sebastien Pocognoli, visits North Macedonia seeking a first win, with both sides struggling to score.
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