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France has affirmed its commitment to helping North Macedonia overcome its diplomatic deadlock with Bulgaria, a key hurdle in its European Union accession path. The French Ambassador to North Macedonia, Cyril Le Rigoler, underscored the importance of ensuring justice in the ongoing case of Ivana Mihailova, a dual national whose trial and alleged illicit border crossing have fueled bilateral tensions. In domestic news, an individual identified as Sejdini is now under investigation for two separate cases involving fictitious payments, with one originating from a tribune in Ohrid. Meanwhile, a concerning social issue has resurfaced with reports indicating that more than 700 children are currently begging on the country's streets, with collected funds often ending up with organizers.

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France has expressed its dedication to assisting North Macedonia in resolving its ongoing diplomatic stalemate with Bulgaria, a critical issue affecting its EU integration. French Ambassador Cyril Le Rigoler specifically highlighted the need for justice in the case of Ivana Mihailova, a dual national whose trial for a fatal traffic accident and subsequent departure from North Macedonia despite travel bans has become a point of contention between the two countries. Mihailova is set to be tried…

Plusinfo: France Dedicated to Helping North Macedonia Exit Stalemate with Bulgaria

Ambassador Le Rigoler stated that France is committed to assisting North Macedonia in overcoming its deadlock with Bulgaria, emphasizing that justice must be served in the case of Ivana Mihailova.

An individual named Sejdini is currently under investigation in North Macedonia for two separate instances involving fictitious payments. One of these cases reportedly originated from a tribune in Ohrid.

ALSAT: From a tribune in Ohrid to fictitious payments, Sejdini under investigation…

An individual named Sejdini is under investigation for two cases involving fictitious payments, originating from a tribune in Ohrid.

A significant social issue in North Macedonia is highlighted by reports that over 700 children are begging on the streets. Concerns have been raised that the thousands of denars collected by these children often end up with organized groups rather than benefiting the children directly.

ALSAT: Over 700 children beg on the country's streets, thousands of denars end up…

More than 700 children are begging on the streets, with the money collected often going to organizers.

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