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North Macedonia: Doctors force blind man to prove blindness annually — FrontPages.eu, October 04, 2026

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Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski has voiced dissatisfaction with the messages from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who reiterated that constitutional changes remain a condition for the country's EU integration. Mickoski anticipates diplomatic talks with Bulgaria next week regarding these ongoing issues. Separately, a medical commission is facing scrutiny after it reportedly compelled a completely blind individual to prove their blindness annually and subsequently reduced their aid. An investigation found discrimination on the part of three doctors involved. In other domestic news, Prime Minister Mickoski announced that fuel prices are expected to decrease starting next week. Universities are also experiencing a decline in student enrollment, attributed to the effects of emigration.

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Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski expressed his dissatisfaction with recent messages from President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, who clearly stated that constitutional changes are a prerequisite for North Macedonia's EU accession. Mickoski also announced upcoming talks with Bulgaria next week, addressing the ongoing diplomatic issues.

SDK.mk: Mickoski Unhappy with Von der Leyen's Messages; Constitutional Change Remains…

Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski expressed dissatisfaction with messages from Ursula von der Leyen, who clearly stated that constitutional changes are on the table, and anticipates talks with Bulgaria next week.

Plusinfo: Mickoski not satisfied with Ursula von der Leyen's messages: "We must return…

Mickoski expressed dissatisfaction with the President's messages, stating that the constitutional changes she supports, accepted by the previous government, are problematic.

ALSAT: No review of conditions for EU integration

North Macedonia faces no revision of the conditions for its integration into the European Union.

A medical commission is under investigation for allegedly forcing a completely blind individual to annually prove their blindness and subsequently reducing their aid. The incident has led to findings of discrimination on the part of three doctors involved.

SDK.mk: Medical Commission Forces Blind Person to Prove Blindness Annually, Reducing…

A medical commission reportedly forced a completely blind individual to prove their blindness every year and reduced their aid, with discrimination found on the part of three doctors.

Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski has announced that citizens can expect a reduction in fuel prices starting next week.

ALSAT: Mickoski announces fuel price reduction next week

A political leader announces that fuel prices are expected to decrease starting next week.

The Macedonian national football team experienced a new defeat, with Scotland dominating both on the field and in scoring.

Plusinfo: Macedonia suffers new defeat; Scotland dominated the field and scoring

The Macedonian national team was outplayed, while Scotland was the dominant team on the field and in terms of goals.

Universities across the country are facing a significant challenge with a noticeable drop in student enrollment, a trend attributed to the ongoing effects of emigration.

ALSAT: Student numbers drop, universities face emigration consequences

Universities are experiencing a decline in student enrollment due to the effects of emigration.

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