Tensions between Sofia and Skopje: Prime Minister of North Macedonia accuses Bulgaria
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The Prime Minister of North Macedonia, Hristijan Mickoski, has leveled serious criticisms against Bulgaria. According to him, our country is becoming a safe haven for individuals who have been convicted of crimes in North Macedonia and are seeking refuge here.
The primary reason for this statement is the case of Iva Mihailova. Mickoski stated that the authorities in Skopje will raise the issue regarding her and other similar cases at upcoming high-level meetings within NATO and the European Union.
The Macedonian side claims that these individuals are evading justice by taking advantage of the opportunity to reside in Bulgaria. According to the Prime Minister of North Macedonia, this creates obstacles to good neighborly relations and cooperation between the two countries.
At this moment, Bulgarian institutions have not issued an official response to these accusations. The topic is expected to be the subject of further discussions through diplomatic channels between Sofia and Skopje.
This case highlights the complex relations between the two neighboring countries. The issue of the judicial system and the mutual recognition of sentences remains an important part of the political dialogue in the region.
Sources: БНТ Новини
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