Medical Diplomacy: Bulgaria’s President Iliana Iotova and the Bulgarian Foreign Ministry renewed pressure on North Macedonia over Iva Mihailova’s denied access to treatment, after Kočani court refusals and claims that specialized care is only available in Bulgaria. Border Language Row: North Macedonia’s DUI demanded Albanian be restored on state signs at the Tabanoc border crossing, alleging legal breaches and blaming VLEN for not stopping the change. Corridor 8 Rail Push: North Macedonia’s PM Hristijan Mickoski said both countries are committed to the Corridor VIII cross-border tunnel, ahead of signing financing for the Kriva Palanka–Deve Bair railway section, backed by a €149m EU grant plus EIB/EBRD support. Anti-Money Laundering Watch: A GI-TOC report warns that “professional enablers” and enforcement gaps help launder dirty money across the Western Balkans, highlighting weak implementation. EU Enlargement Debate: A new analysis argues EU member states are growing more anxious about admitting new countries, despite candidate reform progress. Regional Security: Bulgaria reported an explosive drone crash near the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline, with officials saying it was not detected and Ukraine denying intent. Sports & Politics: Hibs’ Conference League tie with Shkendija heads to Skopje after a late 2-1 win, while North Macedonia’s broader political scene also faces fresh allegations of intimidation tied to local protests.