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Sunday, August 23, 2026
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North Macedonia is grappling with an escalating health crisis as another fatality from West Nile fever has been reported, bringing the total number of hospitalizations to 21 with 18 confirmed infections. Simultaneously, a dramatic fire has erupted in the Skopje region, necessitating aerial and ground interventions from firefighters as the blaze approaches residential areas. The country is also under a yellow heatwave alert, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 41 degrees Celsius.
In the political arena, a new accusation has been leveled against Abazi, alleging he acted to shield Venko Filipche, the President of the Social Democratic Union of Macedonia and Leader of the Opposition, from responsibility concerning the Tetovo modular hospital fire. This development adds a new dimension to ongoing discussions about accountability for past events.
Amidst these challenges, a positive cultural development has emerged with the publication of a new book that seeks to recognize and give voice to the anonymous women who were instrumental in creating and singing Macedonian folklore.
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North Macedonia has reported another death from West Nile fever, increasing the total number of hospitalized patients to 21, with 18 confirmed infections and 3 suspected cases.
Plusinfo:
Another West Nile Fever Patient Dies, Four Others Critically Ill
A new patient has died from West Nile fever, bringing the total number of hospitalizations to 21, with 18 confirmed infections and 3 suspected cases.
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VMRO-DPMNE has criticized Abazi, alleging he worked on behalf of the Social Democratic Union of Macedonia (SDSM) and the Democratic Union for Integration (DUI) to shield Venko Filipche, the President of SDSM and Leader of the Opposition, from responsibility concerning the Tetovo modular hospital fire.
Plusinfo:
Abazi Acts for SDSM and DUI, Saves Filipche from Responsibility for Tetovo…
VMRO-DPMNE criticizes former Health Minister Venko Filipche, alleging he is trying to downplay scandals and portray his tenure positively, particularly concerning the Tetovo modular hospital fire.
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