Political Violence Allegations: North Macedonia’s PM Hristijan Mickoski faces fresh accusations after young opposition activists say they were threatened and attacked during a protest over drinking-water contamination in Gostivar, with SDSM alleging involvement linked to VMRO-DPMNE figures. Infrastructure Diplomacy: Corridor 8 keeps moving: Bulgaria–North Macedonia tunnel financing is set to be signed for the Kriva Palanka–Deve Bair railway section, with a €149m EU grant and commitments on both sides to modernize connecting lines. Regional Environment: Greece and North Macedonia launch a €3.07m cross-border project to improve governance and sustainable management of Lake Doirani, including joint decision-making and monitoring. International Relations: Kazakhstan opens an honorary consulate in Ohrid to deepen trade, culture, and tourism ties, while SEEBRIG’s headquarters relocates from Kumanovo to Istanbul. Public Safety: Wildfires and water contamination concerns intensify amid a severe heatwave, with dozens of fires reported and firefighting assets deployed. Sports & European Stage: Hibernian’s Owen Elding and Warren O’Hora help set up a Conference League tie after a 2-1 win over Shkendija, with the return leg in Skopje looming.