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Ministry Raided, Ex-Mayor Charged as Corruption Probes Widen

North Macedonia is grappling with an escalation of corruption probes, highlighted by the arrest of a customs official on bribery charges and extensive raids, including at the Ministry of Interior, in connection with suspected document forgery. These developments signal a deepening focus on accountability within government institutions.

Further legal action has emerged with Danela Arsovska, former Mayor of Skopje, officially facing charges related to alleged discrimination. Meanwhile, a significant social issue has come to light regarding a mother in Skopje attending classes with her autistic twin daughters due to the state's failure to provide them with necessary assistants.

Other domestic news includes police filing criminal charges in a murder case, checks by the Ministry of Interior on individuals suspected of using forged truck licenses, and a weather alert predicting dropping temperatures, rain, and storms for tomorrow.

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Corruption Probes Intensify with Arrests and Ministry Raids

Corruption investigations are escalating in North Macedonia, with a customs official arrested for taking a 7,500 euro bribe and demanding an additional 10,000 euros. Simultaneously, the prosecution is conducting raids at 32 locations in Skopje, including premises of the Ministry of Interior, in connection with suspected document forgery. The Ministry of Interior is also investigating 25 individuals suspected of using forged driver's licenses for trucks and buses.

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