North Macedonia has successfully signed bilateral agreements with Switzerland, Croatia, and Romania to resolve visa issues for professional transporters. The government is also actively negotiating with Austria, Germany, and Hungary to extend these facilitations, aiming to streamline international transport and boost economic cooperation.

Plusinfo: North Macedonia Resolves Driver Visa Issues With 3 EU Countries, Negotiating…

North Macedonia has signed bilateral agreements with Switzerland, Croatia, and Romania for professional transporters, and is in negotiations with Austria, Germany, and Hungary to resolve visa issues, according to Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Nikoloski.

Calls are mounting for the Public Prosecutor's Office to launch an investigation into former Minister of Health Venko Filipche, who currently serves as the president of the Social Democratic Union of Macedonia and Leader of the Opposition. He is accused of allegedly ignoring over 400 reports concerning polluted water in Gostivar, raising questions about accountability for public health in the region.

Plusinfo: Prosecution to Investigate Why Filipche Ignored Over 400 Reports of Polluted…

The article calls for the prosecution to investigate why former Minister of Health Venko Filipche allegedly ignored over 400 reports concerning polluted water in Gostivar, questioning his responsibility for the health of Gostivar residents.

North Macedonia is currently battling over 20 active wildfires across various locations. The situation is reported to be most critical in Dragov Dol and Morane, where emergency services are focused on containing the blazes.

Plusinfo: Over 20 Locations Affected by Fires; Most Critical in Dragov Dol and Morane

Numerous fires are being registered across the country, with over 20 locations affected. The situation is most critical in Dragov Dol and Morane, where two fires are active.

A recent report by the Association Hera highlights that a significant 25% of students aged 15-16 are engaging in gambling for money. The organization is classifying this trend as a serious public health issue that requires immediate attention and intervention.

SDK.mk: 25% of 15-16 Year Olds Gamble for Money, Seen as Public Health Problem

The Association Hera reports that 25% of students aged 15-16 engage in gambling for money, which they classify as a public health issue requiring attention.

As temperatures in North Macedonia soar to 40°C, public transport users are voicing strong complaints about the widespread lack of functional air conditioning in buses. This issue is significantly impacting daily commutes and passenger comfort during the intense heatwave.

ALSAT: Heatwaves reach 40°C, passengers complain about lack of bus air conditioning

With temperatures soaring to 40°C, passengers are expressing their discontent due to the absence of air conditioning in buses, highlighting a discomforting aspect of daily life during the heatwave in North Macedonia.

The Ministry of Interior has issued a warning to citizens about fraudulent SMS messages containing payment links for alleged traffic violations, impersonating the "Safe City" initiative. Police have provided guidelines to help the public identify and avoid these deceptive scams. Additionally, a man was sentenced to a year in prison for impersonating a police officer and extorting money through fictitious fines.

Plusinfo: Scammers Send Fake Fines Using 'Safe City' Name; Police Reveal How to Identify…

Citizens are receiving fake SMS messages with payment links for alleged traffic violations. The Ministry of Interior has provided guidance on how to distinguish genuine messages from fraudulent ones.

Plusinfo: Fake Police Officer Sentenced to Year in Prison for Deception

A man who impersonated a police officer and defrauded citizens has been sentenced to one year in prison. The scam involved extorting money under the guise of fictitious fines.

The State Inspectorate for Local Self-Government has intervened to halt the Kumanovo Municipality's plan to borrow 1.6 million euros. The Inspectorate ruled that the municipal council's decision to proceed with the borrowing was not in accordance with legal requirements.

SDK.mk: Kumanovo Municipality's 1.6 Million Euro Borrowing Procedure Deemed Illegal

The State Inspectorate for Local Self-Government has halted the procedure for the Municipality of Kumanovo to borrow 1.6 million euros, ruling that the council's decision was not in accordance with the law.

The Democratic Union for Integration (BDI) has publicly claimed that Albanian Deputy Prime Ministers in the current government have had "zero" influence since June 2024, alleging that none have led any significant initiatives.

ALSAT: BDI: The weight of Albanian Deputy Prime Ministers in the Government is zero

The Democratic Union for Integration (BDI) alleges that since June 2024, none of the Albanian Deputy Prime Ministers in the government have led any initiatives, effectively having 'zero' influence.

The distribution of the majority of textbooks for the upcoming academic year has been completed. Under a new system, publishing houses are now taking primary responsibility for this process, as confirmed by Minister of Education and Science Vesna Janevska.

Plusinfo: Most Textbooks Delivered; New Model Shifts Responsibility to Publishers

The distribution of most textbooks for the new academic year is complete, with the new model placing the primary responsibility on publishing houses, according to Minister of Education Vesna Janevska.

An article asserts that the current inflation rate is three times lower than during the tenure of the Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) government. This claim is supported by indicators such as combined export growth, increased production, and reduced unemployment.

Plusinfo: Inflation Three Times Lower Than During SDSM's Term; No Spin Strategy

The article claims inflation is currently three times lower than during the SDSM's tenure, citing combined growth in exports, increased production, and reduced unemployment as evidence of the current government's success.