North Macedonia has claimed historical figures as part of a drive to build a national identity. That has ruffled the feathers of the Balkan nation’s neighbors.
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Ethnic ‘Balancer’ for Government Jobs Becomes Focus of Ethnic Division
North Macedonia tries to ensure diversity — and keep the peace — with computer-generated state hiring quotas. Fraud and bloat have tainted that effort.
Bulgaria Bus Crash Kills Dozens
The bus, which had Macedonian plates, caught fire on a highway on the way back from a trip to Istanbul, officials said.
Fire at North Macedonia Covid Hospital Kills at Least 14
All were coronavirus patients being treated at a temporary hospital when the fire broke out. Its origins are being investigated.
At Least 14 Dead in Fire at North Macedonia Covid Hospital
Twelve others, all patients, were being treated for injuries in what the country’s health minister called a “terrible accident.”
North Macedonia Election Returns No Clear Winner
Zoran Zaev changed North Macedonia’s name to allow it to join NATO and apply to the European Union. But he faces coalition talks after failing to win a majority in Wednesday’s election.
He Changed His Country’s Name. Will North Macedonia Punish Him?
Zoran Zaev led North Macedonia into NATO and toward the European Union by altering its name. That could cost him in an election on Wednesday.
Heads Up: Be Among the First to Visit North Macedonia
It is an ancient land, but as of February it has a new name, giving travelers seeking a cool passport stamp a novel reason to visit.
Supporter of North Macedonia Name Change Wins Presidency
The country changed its name to overcome objections from Greece, allowing North Macedonia to join NATO and possibly the European Union.
With North Macedonia’s Inclusion, NATO Gets a Boost That Sends a Message
Political analysts said the accession of the country now known as North Macedonia to NATO, which could be complete by year’s end, was a setback for Russia.