Ambassador pledges French help to break Bulgarian stalemate
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France has affirmed its commitment to helping North Macedonia overcome its diplomatic deadlock with Bulgaria, a key hurdle in its European Union accession path. The French Ambassador to North Macedonia, Cyril Le Rigoler, underscored the importance of ensuring justice in the ongoing case of Ivana Mihailova, a dual national whose trial and alleged illicit border crossing have fueled bilateral tensions.
In domestic news, an individual identified as Sejdini is now under investigation for two separate cases involving fictitious payments, with one originating from a tribune in Ohrid. Meanwhile, a concerning social issue has resurfaced with reports indicating that more than 700 children are currently begging on the country's streets, with collected funds often ending up with organizers.