Bulgarian PM Zhelyazkov Urges North Macedonia's PM Mickoski to Apologize

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov addressed recent comments by North Macedonian Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski, describing his remarks toward Bulgarian Foreign Minister Georg Georgiev as offensive and inappropriate. Referring to Mickoski’s rhetoric, Zhelyazkov remarked that those familiar with Aesop might be better suited to interpret his words but emphasized that North Macedonia must respect the 2022 agreement and the commitments it voluntarily undertook.

Zhelyazkov stated firmly that Mickoski should find a way to offer an apology....