Trump says Putin at Miami G20 would be ‘helpful’
US President Donald Trump has said that he would like to see his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin at the G20 summit in Miami, but expressed doubt that he would actually come. The Washington Post reported on Thursday that the White House intends to invite Putin to the G20 summit in December, while»»»
February average net wage at Mden 46.159: statistics
Skopje, 22 April 2026 (MIA) - The average monthly net wage paid per employee in February 2026 was Mden 46.159, an increase of 7.2% compared to the same month in 2025, the State Statistical Office said Wednesday. This increase is caused by the increase of the average monthly net wage paid per employ»»»
In Final Ruling, Court Denies Early Release of Drug Trafficker Evelin "Brendo" Banev
The Sofia Appellate Court Friday upheld a decision by a first-instance court to deny the early release of Evelin "Brendo" Banev who is serving a sentence in Sofia for drug trafficking. The early release application was first denied by the Sofia City Court on March 27, 2026. The application was subm»»»
Spain is 'reliable' NATO member, PM says after reported US ouster threat
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Friday stressed his country was a "reliable member" of NATO, after a report the United States was considering possibly trying to expel Spain over its refusal to support operations in the Middle East war. The Reuters news agency cited an anonymous US official »»»
A week of smiles — and the hope they bring
Throughout this conflict, one of the biggest impacts on many of our I’ve been wearing a beaming smile while dropping my children off at school this week. Not because I was glad to get them out of the house after several weeks of remote schooling (honestly), but because they got to laugh with their »»»
Minister Dechev: "Old Cops Are Using Dirty Tricks to Neutralize Interior Ministry's Secretary General"
In a Facebook post on Friday, acting Interior Minister Emil Dechev wrote: "Old cops are using dirty tricks - all too familiar to us, endlessly worn-out - to undermine and neutralize Georgi Kandev, the acting Secretary General of the Interior Ministry." Earlier in the day, Kandev said in a video mes»»»
Justice Ministry Proposes Enhanced Election Procedures for Supreme Judicial Council, Inspectorate
The team of Bulgarian caretaker Justice Minister Andrey Yankulov has drafted revisions to the Judicial System Act intended to enhance the election procedures for the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) and the SJC Inspectorate, Yankulov's Ministry said in a press release on Friday. The draft legislation»»»
Scams to watch out for: How Filipino workers can protect themselves and access official assistance
Dubai: Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the UAE and across the Middle East can request help through official government channels during crises such as conflict, disasters, or personal emergencies. The Philippine Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), Department of Migrant Workers (DMW),»»»
Indonesian peacekeeper injured last month dies in Beirut hospital
The UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon, UNIFIL, announced on Friday that an Indonesian blue helmet died in hospital of wounds suffered on March 29 in an attack on his base. UNIFIL deplored the passing of Pramudia, who was critically injured following a projectile explosion in his base in Adchit Al Qu»»»
Hezbollah MP says group reserves right to respond to Israeli 'aggressions'
Hezbollah reserves the right to respond to any Israeli "aggressions" during the ongoing truce in Lebanon, Ali Fayad, an MP for the party, said on Friday. He said extending the ceasefire "makes no sense" in light of continued "hostile acts" by Israel, saying they gave "the resistance the right to re»»»
Lebanese residents call for peace in south Lebanon
Some residents in Beirut believe south Lebanon should be included in a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. They said a deal will not be sustainable without a lasting truce between Iran and the United States. “It is not related to Hezbollah and Israel, but to Iran and the US. If they reach an ag»»»
Hezbollah MP says group reserves right to respond to Israeli ‘aggressions’
BEIRUT: Lebanese militant group Hezbollah reserves the right to respond to any Israeli “aggressions” during the ongoing truce in Lebanon, Ali Fayad, an MP for the party, said on Friday. He said extending the ceasefire “makes no sense” in light of continued “hostile acts” by Israel, saying they gave»»»
Macroeconomic Confidence Index sees sharp decline in March
The Macroeconomic Confidence Index of the CFA Romania Association dropped significantly in March, falling by 10.2 points to 38.2. This decline reflects a deterioration in the perceptions of financial analysts regarding both economic prospects and the current situation. According to a statement rele»»»
From golden sunsets to desert horizons — readers showcase the UAE’s breathtaking nature and landscapes
1/29A stunning solar halo captured over Abu Dhabi by Adel Beheiry.Adel Beheiry2/29Nature’s prescription at Kalba Hanging Garden, where greenery and calm views offer a peaceful escape captured by Ali Mazahir.Ali Mazahir3/29Ankita Vaghela captures a vibrant sky glowing with colour and natural beauty »»»
Miteva: Gov't measures have direct effect on prices, LPG drops by Mden 5 per liter
Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Government Spokesperson Marija Miteva told a press conference on Thursday that Makpetrol has reduced the retail price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) by Mden 5 per liter, i.e. from Mden 59 to Mden 54, as of midnight. In addition, a decrease of Mden 10 per kilogram has»»»
Bids invited for supervision of third-phase railway construction to Bulgaria
Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - A call for tender has been issued to select supervision services for the third phase of the railway to Bulgaria, and in about ten days a call for tender to select a contractor should also be issued, which will allow work on the ground to begin during the summer, Deputy»»»
Spa Centre at Ensana Aquahouse Hotel Develops New Anti-stress Programmes
The spa centre at Ensana Aquahouse Hotel in the Sts. Constantine and Helena resort near Varna, on the Black Sea, is developing new anti-stress programmes, spa manager Nikolay Popov told BTA. The services are used mainly by working people who need mental recovery. The programmes target to reduce chr»»»
Bozhinovska at Delphi Economic Forum: Country positioning itself as regional energy hub
Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Minister of Energy, Mining, and Mineral Resources Sanja Bozhinovska participated Thursday in the Engineering the Infrastructure of Energy Security panel discussion at the Delphi Economic Forum, as part of which high government representatives and energy leaders discuss»»»
Misajlovski launches regular bilateral defense consultations with U.S.
Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Minister of Defense Vlado Misajlovski launched on Thursday the regular Macedonian-U.S. bilateral defense consultations, where, together with Deputy Assistant Secretary of War David Baker and the U.S. delegation, discussions were held on regional security, modernization»»»
Gashi to host 20th Conference of Presidents/Speakers of Parliaments of Adriatic-Ionian Initiative
Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Parliament Speaker Afrim Gashi will host on Friday the 20th Conference of Presidents/Speakers of Parliaments of the Adriatic-Ionian Initiative (AII) held as part of the country’s chairmanship of the AII. The meeting will be attended by presidents, vice‑presidents, and »»»
Gashi – Ademović: Promoting cooperation and closer ties between North Macedonia and Bosnia and Herzegovina
Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Parliament Speaker Afrim Gashi met Thursday with the Chairman of Bosnia and Herzegovina's House of Peoples, Kemal Ademović. Speaker Gashi expressed satisfaction with the excellent relations between the two countries, highlighting the role of Bosniaks in the country and»»»
Mucunski - Varnes: Strategic partnership and NATO alliance of enormous significance amid rising security challenges
Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Timcho Mucunski met Thursday with United States Embassy’s Chargé d’Affaires Nicole Varnes, expressing satisfaction from the enhancement of bilateral relations and cooperation. Minister Mucunski reaffirmed the Government's c»»»
Rokas: EU to do everything in its power for Ohrid and Struga to keep UNESCO status
Struga, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Solid waste management and wastewater treatment are the top priorities through which the European Union will do everything in its power so that Struga and Ohrid keep their UNESCO status, said EU Ambassador Michalis Rokas after a meeting with Struga Mayor Mendi Qyra on »»»
Mickoski: Fetai to return in Brussels, reshuffle by end of May or in June
Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski says Arben Fetai will no longer serve as Minister for Good Governance and Transparency, while reiterating that the Government reshuffle will most probably happen by the end of May or the start of June. "We talked a couple of weeks ago »»»
Caretaker government to remain in place for next elections, says PM
Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski has said the caretaker government will remain in place for the next elections, after which it will be cancelled, as per the changes to the Law on Government. PM Mickoski told Sitel the opposition and its leader Venko Filipche oppose th»»»
Mickoski: Work on reforms instead of begging
Skopje, 23 April 2026 (MIA) - Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski says he congratulated Rumen Radev on the win at the parliamentary elections in Bulgaria, highlighting the commitment to dialogue and goodneighborly relations. "I called Radev the next day and congratulated him. The people's will must b»»»