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Macedonia Signs Two Cooperation Deals With Israel, Plans Direct Flights

8/29/2026

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Foreign Minister Timco Mucunski signed two cooperation agreements with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar during a 24-hour visit.
They discussed cooperation in agriculture, water management, security, innovation, tourism, health and education.
The ministers agreed to pursue a direct flight linking Tel Aviv with Skopje or Ohrid.
Mucunski said Macedonia aims to be a gateway for Israeli tourists and businesses entering European markets.

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Foreign Minister Timco Mucunski signed two cooperation agreements with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar during a 24-hour visit.
They discussed cooperation in agriculture, water management, security, innovation, tourism, health and education.
The ministers agreed to pursue a direct flight linking Tel Aviv with Skopje or Ohrid.
Mucunski said Macedonia aims to be a gateway for Israeli tourists and businesses entering European markets.