North Macedonia's prime minister reaffirms strong strategic ties with US

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Posted Oct 7, 2026, 06:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-10-07-0630
North Macedonia's prime minister reaffirms strong strategic ties with US
Photo: MIA (Media Information Agency)

Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski cited military transit cooperation and alignment with US foreign policy during a recent media interview.

North Macedonian Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski expressed strong alignment with the United States administration during an interview with American outlet Breitbart News. Mickoski stated that his government fully supports US foreign policy, energy strategy, and geopolitical stances, specifically referencing Washington's positions on Iran, Venezuela, and Cuba.

Highlighting defense collaboration, Mickoski revealed that US military aircraft regularly utilize North Macedonian airports for transit and operational support en route to the Persian Gulf. He added that public approval of US President Donald Trump is notably high in North Macedonia compared to other European nations, framing his country as a vital anchor for American geopolitical interests in the Balkans.

Sources: Kanal 5, Makfax, MIA (Media Information Agency), N1, SDK

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