North Macedonia’s Minister of Energy: Azerbaijan's role as a stable supplier can significantly contribute to diversifying our sources   – INTERVIEW

Baku, October 7, Tamilla Mammadova, AZERTAC Against the backdrop of the global energy transition, geopolitical challenges, and the drive for decarbonization, European countries are seeking reliable partners to ensure their energy security and...

Slovakia Reaffirms Support for Western Balkans’ EU Future

The Slovak President’s Office said President Peter Pellegrini did not criticize any EU member during his visit to North Macedonia, but restated Slovakia’s long-term support for the Western Balkans’ EU integration. Responding to Bulgaria’s protest,...

Soccer-North Macedonia hold off Belgium attack to claim vital World Cup point

GHENT, Belgium (Reuters) -North Macedonia put on a defensive masterclass to hold Belgium to a 0-0 draw away in their World Cup qualifier on Friday and stay one point ahead in Group J. The visitors kept out everything Belgium could throw at them in...

Growth, reform, Russia: Von der Leyen in the Western Balkans

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen had a busy schedule when she visited the Western Balkan states of Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Kosovo and North Macedonia this week, all in just under three days. She has been to...

The war in Ukraine and political chess in the Balkans

President of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani (r) welcomes European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen (c) for their meeting in Pristina, Kosovo, on October 15, 2025. [Visar Kryeziu/EPA] European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday...

Just Days To Go: Flying Tiger Copenhagen Arrives in the Western Balkans as CEO Silvio Qyqja Shares Insights

With just days remaining before the first Flying Tiger Copenhagen stores open in the Western Balkans, excitement is building for what promises to be a new era in retail across the region. The inaugural stores will open on 22 October at East Gate...

Over Half of Young People in North Macedonia Have Faced Some Form of Corruption, Study Shows

Some 54% of young people in North Macedonia have encountered some form of corruption, most often in the education sector, according to a study by Analytica Think Tank, North Macedonia's newspaper Vecer reported. The survey, conducted among 500...

How to watch Belgium v North Macedonia: TV channel, live stream details and match preview

Watch Belgium vs North Macedonia as Rudi Garcia's side hosts the European minnows in World Cup 2026 qualifying, with all the details on TV and streaming information for viewers anywhere in the world. A top-of-the-table clash awaits on Friday in...

How to watch Belgium vs North Macedonia for *FREE* — Stream UEFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Stream Belgium vs North Macedonia on Fubo Sports Network (FREE) Kick-Off: 7:45pm BST / 2:45pm ET / 4:45am AEST (Sat.) Use NordVPN to unblock FSN stream World Cup Qualifying continues today (Friday, 10 October), with Belgium aiming to reclaim top...

Where to watch Belgium vs. North Macedonia: Match preview and TV information

Top spot in Group J will be on the line this Friday when Belgium welcome North Macedonia to the Planet Group Arena in Gent. The Red Devils enter the contest as overwhelming favourites, but they’ll need to back that up with a commanding...

European big guns fail to fire on road to World Cup

France have missed a chance to secure their spot at the 2026 World Cup after being held to a 2-2 draw by Iceland. The result in Reykjavik halted France's perfect start in European qualifying after three straight victories. The two-time world...

Belgium vs North Macedonia FIFA World Cup European 2026 Qualifiers Live Streaming Online: Get Free Live Telecast of BEL vs MKD Football Match in IST

Belgium vs North Macedonia FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifiers Live Streaming: Belgium will play host to North Macedonia in a Group J game of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers with both the teams doing well so far in the campaign. North Macedonia...

Growth, reform, Russia: Von der Leyen visits Western Balkans

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen had a busy schedule when she visited the Western Balkan states of Albania, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Kosovo and North Macedonia this week, all in just under three days. She has been to...

North Macedonia's Local Elections to Be Held Amid Polarized Political Environment - OSCE Report

Issues of national identity and ethnic representation have dominated the election campaign in North Macedonia so far, according to an interim report of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) election observation mission in...

On the threshold of the snow season – will Bulgarian tourism surpass the levels of winter 2025

The tourism sector in Bulgaria has been growing in recent years, both in the summer and winter seasons. According to data from the relevant ministry, by the beginning of October, Bulgarian citizens who visited tourist destinations in the country...

EU seeks to boost investment in Western Balkans to double regional GDP within decade

BRUSSELS The EU is stepping up investment in the Western Balkans with the goal of doubling the region's gross domestic product (GDP) within the next decade, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Monday. Speaking at the opening...

North Macedonia's President to Take Part in Leaders’ Meeting of the Brdo-Brijuni Process in Albania

The President of the Republic of North Macedonia, Gordana Siljanovska will participate in the Leaders’ Meeting of the Brdo-Brijuni Process in Durres, Albania, where she is on an official visit, the President’s Office of North Macedonia reported on...

Belgium vs North Macedonia Prediction and Betting Tips | October 10th 2025

It is first versus second in Group J of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers as Belgium and North Macedonia lock horns in a crunch tie at Ghelamco Arena on Friday. It has been a stunning campaign for North Macedonia, who will be out to extend their...

EU's Von der Leyen says private sector deals could unlock 4 billion euros for Western Balkans

TIRANA (Reuters) -European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday private sector deals signed or in the pipeline could unlock about 4 billion euros ($4.63 billion) in new investment as part of an EU growth plan for the Western...

Marina Abramović’s ‘Balkan Erotic Epic’ Is Her Most Ambitious Performance Yet

We enter Balkan Erotic Epic on the tail of a funeral procession. The funeral is for Josip Broz Tito, the president of communist Yugoslavia, who ruled the country until his death in 1980. The procession is led by performance artist Maria...