Republic of North Macedonia

Republic of North Macedonia

Republic of North Macedonia signs pact to pave way for NATO membership

The newly-named Republic of North Macedonia has today signed a pact that will pave the way for it to join NATO.

06/02/2019

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North Macedonia might have a name but what about a national identity?

North Macedonia might be born but does it have a national identity?

27/01/2019

Republic of North Macedonia

Explained: the contentious name dispute between Greece & FYR Macedonia

All you need to know to understand the highly-controversial name dispute between FYR Macedonia and Greece.

24/01/2019

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MPs back historic name change for FYR Macedonia to ease Greece feud

MPs have made history in FYR Macedonia today.

11/01/2019

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FYR Macedonia tops European pollution poll

FYR Macedonia has been ranked Europes most polluted country with pollution spiking ten times over recommended levels.

25/11/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

Fugitive PM faces extradition request as Hungary confirms asylum

The former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia have issued an extradition order for former Prime Minister Nikola Gruevski, who they say has fled the country to “avoid justice”.

21/11/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

Hungary grants asylum to former FYROM PM Gruevskii

FYROM's former prime minister, Nikola Gruevski, has been granted asylum in Hungary, the Magyar Idok newspaper reported on Tuesday.

20/11/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

FYR Macedonia's ex-prime minister seeks asylum in Hungary

Nikola Gruevski has submitted an asylum request in Hungary asking for refugee status.

14/11/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

Low voter turnout clouds overwhelming 'Yes' vote in Macedonian referendum

A referendum on changing the nation of Macedonia’s name to North Macedonia to pave the way for NATO membership resulted in low voter participation today, a blow to the prime minister’s hopes for a strong message of support.

30/09/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

Supporters for Macedonia name change fear low voter turnout

A referendum on changing the nation of Macedonia’s name to North Macedonia to pave the way for NATO membership attracted tepid voter participation Sunday, a blow to the prime minister’s hopes for a strong message of support.

30/09/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

Macedonia prepares for referendum

Ahead of the referendum, polling organizers set up a polling station in Skopje on Saturday. Almost 1.8 million voters will decide whether the former Yugoslav Macedonia will change its name.

29/09/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

FYROM: Can a group without a leader change minds & keep the name?

#Bojkotiram — can a group without a leader change minds and keep the name 'Macedonia'?

28/09/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

Clashes continue in Thessaloniki over FYR Macedonia naming dispute

The demonstrations were over a deal which would allow the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia to call itself the Republic of North Macedonia - ending a decades-old row about the country's name.

09/09/2018

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Merkel backs Macedonia name change deal with Greece

Angela Merkel says a controversial name-change deal would pave the way for Macedonia's membership of the European Union and NATO.

08/09/2018

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NATO invites FYR Macedonia to begin accession talks

NATO has invited the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia to begin accession talks to join the military alliance.

11/07/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

This is the only district in Europe where Roma are the majority

The current Macedonian government, in power since May 2017, has committed to paying more attention to the needs of Roma — but mutual suspicion remains.

05/07/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

FYROM President rejects name deal

The President of the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia; Gjorge Ivanov said on Tuesday he will not sign an accord settling a decades-old name dispute with Greece, paving the way for the Balkan nation's accession to the European Union and Nato.

26/06/2018

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FYR Macedonia: Minister offers tomatoes for EU membership

FYR Macedonia's foreign minister promises to send a fresh batch of tomatoes to anyone who supports his country's bid for EU membership.

25/06/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

Macedonia name change deal with Greece leads to violent protests

Nationalists on both sides say it erodes their identity

18/06/2018

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FYROM name change deal with Greece signed by leaders

EU on hand to witness signatures, but are the celebrations premature?

17/06/2018

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Divided over a name: Republic of Northern Macedonia

Divided over a name: Republic of Northern Macedonia

17/06/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

Greece and FYR Macedonia sign historic name dispute deal

Greece and FYR Macedonia sign an historic deal aimed at resolving a long-running name dispute.

17/06/2018

Republic of North Macedonia

Macedonian opposition flexes muscles in march in Skopje

Rejects name talks with Athens, slams government's policies, and calls for early election.

03/06/2018

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Plastic vs paper: which banknotes are greener?

As FYROM makes the switch to polymer banknotes, find out whether plastic or paper banknotes are better for the environment.

16/05/2018

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Explained: the Balkan battle to be the EU's newest member

Four countries are at the front of the queue to be the EU's newest members. Serbia, Albania, FYR Macedonia and Montenegro are all in the running - but who will win the battle of the Balkans?

20/04/2018

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MPs watch football as government grapples with vote of no confidence

When you simply cannot miss the match, even when there is a vote of no confidence in the government: MPs in FYR Macedonia have been caught watching the Real Madrid vs Juventus game during an important parliamentary session.

12/04/2018