Sanctions Adopted, Fire Alarm Intensifies, West Nile Toll Rises
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North Macedonia has aligned with nine other European countries in imposing sanctions against Belarus, a move consistent with its EU candidacy and previous stances on Russian aggression.
Domestically, the country is grappling with an escalating fire risk, with an alarm issued for almost the entire territory due to high temperatures, and 27 open space fires reported, 11 of which remain active, including a significant overnight battle in Prilep. The West Nile Virus outbreak continues to be a concern, with a fourth fatality reported and new patients admitted for treatment.
In other news, a new 1.6 million euro parking lot is under construction near the Parliament, intended for deputies and official vehicles.