Diplomacy & Trade: Indian President Droupadi Murmu wrapped up her landmark three-nation European tour with North Macedonia, Moldova and Romania, agreeing to double bilateral trade and pushing cooperation in tourism, hospitality and filmmaking, while also unveiling a Mahatma Gandhi bust in Skopje and visiting the Mother Teresa memorial. Culture & Tourism: North Macedonia appointed Sedat Sulejmani as its new Minister of Culture and Tourism, replacing Zoran Ljutkov, as part of a government reshuffle. EU Accession: Foreign Minister Timcho Mucunski said North Macedonia’s EU path remains blocked despite two years of talks, stressing no concessions on national interest, history or identity. UNESCO Protection: UNESCO postponed the Ohrid Region’s “in danger” listing, giving Skopje until 2030 to implement recommendations, with a new progress report due in early 2027. Health Alert: WHO warns West Nile virus is spreading across Europe, with locally acquired cases reported in North Macedonia, urging mosquito-bite prevention and fast medical care for severe symptoms. Finance Scrutiny: Hungary launched investigations into a €1 billion Eximbank loan to North Macedonia over unusually favorable terms, including a 3.25% interest rate and full state guarantee.