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The news from SDK.mk on September 17, 2026, covers a range of international and domestic topics. A prominent domestic story from Skopje's public prosecutor's office questions the State Lottery's right to disburse funds, involving the Anti-Corruption Commission. International news includes the…
Skopje's public prosecutor's office is investigating whether the State Lottery had the right to disburse funds, and the Anti-Corruption Commission is reportedly involved in the ethical and moral aspects of the case.
Left-leaning parties have narrowly won the parliamentary elections in Sweden, gaining one more seat than the right-wing bloc and securing a slim majority.
Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with significant tariffs and reduced trade after the bloc proposed that Canada become its first associate member.
Protests have erupted in Pristina following the war crimes verdict against former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi, with Kosovo and Albania calling the decision shameful and unjust.
Russia's Ministry of Defense confirmed the death of Russian General Anton Grunis in Donetsk, just weeks after President Vladimir Putin honored him as a Hero of Russia.
Belarus has agreed to release 25 political prisoners in exchange for further easing of US sanctions, according to a statement from a presidential envoy.
The Hague Tribunal for war crimes has sentenced former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi to 25 years in prison, finding him guilty on three counts.
The official Facebook page of Skopje Mayor Danela Arsovska has been blocked, with a citizen alleging discrimination after her autistic daughters were denied state-provided assistants.
