FYROM name dispute
Diplomacy
FYROM's Zaev Seeks to Ease Fears Over the Country's Name Change
The parliament of the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia continues the discussion for the constitutional amendments that would change the country's name to 'Republic of North Macedonia', complying with the Prespa agreement requirements.
The country's prime minister, Zoran Zaev, said...
Diplomacy
FYROM Gov't Spokesman: Airport, Highway to be Renamed Soon
It's not exactly a breakthrough in the ongoing name negotiations, but Greek government officials must be relieved that the first concession by the FYROM side was publicly announced by the neighboring government.
FYROM government spokesman Mile Bosnjakovski said on Wednesday...
Celebrities
Greek Lawmaker Raises Cindy Crawford in 'Macedonia' Dispute
It is not often that a supermodel is brought up during international diplomatic disputes, but one Greek lawmaker has done so over the 'Macedonia' name dispute.
New Democracy's Dora Bakoyianni has made it abundantly clear she is against the street protests...
Diplomacy
Greek Church Officially Backs Athens 'Macedonia' Rally
The Greek Orthodox Church does not often change its mind, but in the case of Sunday's second rally over the use of 'Macedonia' in FYROM, it appears to have reconsidered its original position.
After a meeting with Prime Minister Alexis...
Diplomacy
Skopje PM Talks Up 'Macedonia' Name Deal Referendum
Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) premier Zoran Zaev reiterated his party's position that a referendum over the country's UN-sanctioned name resolution is necessary, adding it would provide additional guarantees for Greece.
"I don’t look at this issue as an obstacle....
Diplomacy
EU Conservatives' Boss Splits with Greek Colleagues over FYROM
A split has emerged between Greek conservatives and their European partners over the 'Macedonia' name dispute.
In comments reported by the EurActiv news site, center-right European People’s Party (EPP) chief Joseph Daul hailed the “window of opportunity” available to resolve the long-running...
Diplomacy
FM Kotzias Says Macedonia Rally Won't Affect FYROM Negotiations
Reflecting the government's position on Sunday's massive Thessaloniki rally over the use of Macedonia in FYROM's name, Foreign minister Nikos Kotzias said it shows the anguish of many Greeks on the issue, but it will not play any part...
Greece
Cretans Ride Horses to Macedonia Rally in Thessaloniki
Cretans are well-known for their unique cultural habits and life-long customs. This time, a group of them decided to take their horses along with them to Sunday's rally in Thessaloniki against the use of "Macedonia" in the FYROM name...
Greece
New Poll: New Democracy Leads, Greeks Reject "Macedonia" in FYROM Name
Conservative New Democracy main opposition party retains a double-digit lead over governing SYRIZA, while a vast majority of Greeks rejects the use of the term "Macedonia" in any new FYROM name, says a new poll by Metron Analysis published...
Diplomacy
FYROM Leader Confirms Tsipras Meeting
After mounting speculation, it was confirmed Friday that Greek PM Alexis Tsipras will have a formal meeting with his FYROM counterpart Zoran Zaev in Davos, Switzerland, on Jan. 24 to discuss the two countries' name dispute.
Official confirmation of the meeting...