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Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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North Macedonia has aligned with nine other European countries in imposing sanctions against Belarus, a move consistent with its EU candidacy and previous stances on Russian aggression.
Domestically, the country is grappling with an escalating fire risk, with an alarm issued for almost the entire territory due to high temperatures, and 27 open space fires reported, 11 of which remain active, including a significant overnight battle in Prilep. The West Nile Virus outbreak continues to be a concern, with a fourth fatality reported and new patients admitted for treatment.
In other news, a new 1.6 million euro parking lot is under construction near the Parliament, intended for deputies and official vehicles.
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North Macedonia has joined nine European countries in imposing sanctions against Belarus, aligning its foreign policy with its EU candidacy and previous positions on Russian aggression in Ukraine.
Plusinfo:
North Macedonia Joins Belarus Sanctions, Welcomed by Kaja Kallas
North Macedonia has joined nine European countries in imposing sanctions against Belarus, a move aligned with its EU candidacy and previous stances on Russian aggression in Ukraine.
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The West Nile Virus outbreak in North Macedonia has tragically claimed a fourth victim, a 76-year-old patient. Additionally, a 25-year-old woman is undergoing treatment, and a 24-year-old from Skopje has been admitted with symptoms, indicating continued spread of the virus.
Plusinfo:
Fourth West Nile Fever Victim Dies in North Macedonia
A 76-year-old patient has died from West Nile fever, bringing the total number of fatalities to four in North Macedonia, with 15 individuals having recovered.
SDK.mk:
25-year-old woman treated for West Nile fever at Infectious Diseases Clinic…
A 25-year-old patient is being treated for West Nile fever at the Clinic for Infectious Diseases, and a 24-year-old from Skopje's Centar municipality was also admitted with symptoms today.
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A new parking lot is currently under construction near the Macedonian Parliament, with an estimated cost of 1.6 million euros, designated for use by deputies and official vehicles.
SDK.mk:
Parking lot for 1.6 million euros to be built near Parliament for deputies and…
A new parking lot is under construction near the Macedonian Parliament, costing 1.6 million euros, which will be used by deputies and official vehicles.
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