Water Safety Crisis in Gostivar: North Macedonia declared a 30-day state of crisis after contaminated tap water was linked to more than 3,200 illness cases and about 1,200 people seeking medical help for stomach problems; prosecutors say lab tests found faecal contamination (coliform bacteria nearly 50 times above the allowed limit) and opened an investigation into officials at the municipal water company over alleged illegal pump installations. Public Health Response: Authorities are supplying 50,000 litres of drinking water daily while the investigation targets the acting director and other managers, with possible detention. Climate-Linked Health Risks: Reuters reports Western Balkans conditions are shifting from heatwaves to hailstorms, with injuries reported in North Macedonia and eastern Kosovo, as extreme weather intensifies across Europe. Health System Stress from Heat: France recorded 5,764 excess deaths during its June heatwave, highlighting how extreme temperatures can quickly strain health services. Regional Crime With Cross-Border Links: Serbia indicted six people over drug trafficking allegedly involving North Macedonia, including suspected transport of nearly five tonnes of marijuana. Bilateral Health/Pharma Cooperation: During President Droupadi Murmu’s visit, India and North Macedonia discussed expanding cooperation in healthcare and pharmaceuticals alongside trade and technology.