Human Rights & Courts: Bulgaria’s Foreign Ministry prepared a protest note and says it is using all diplomatic channels after North Macedonia courts blocked Iva Mihaylova from leaving for treatment; Bulgarian officials cite humanitarian urgency and ongoing consular support, while Bulgarian MEPs warn of systemic rule-of-law problems. Ohrid Agreement Anniversary: North Macedonia marked 25 years since the Ohrid Framework Agreement, with officials stressing it as an institutional responsibility and a constitutional standard for inclusion, equitable representation, and sustainable peace. EU Enlargement Debate: Commentary highlights a “moment of truth” for EU expansion, with questions over political balance and whether accession momentum can be sustained. Public Health: Greece reported a sharp rise in West Nile virus cases (110 infections, 9 deaths) and increased mosquito-control measures—an urgent reminder for the region’s summer risk. Local Governance: Skopje’s mayor moved to calm a bottled-water panic over alleged contamination, accusing political opponents of spreading misinformation and pointing to controlled testing around the Rašče spring. Regional Security Diplomacy: A U.S.-led group of 41 countries demanded 24-hour advance notice for missile tests after China’s submarine-launched ballistic missile launch lacked adequate warning. Politics & Justice: Prosecutors charged former Deputy PM Artan Grubi and others over alleged illegal purchase of video lottery terminals for the State Lottery, with house arrest set to expire.