Macedonia naming dispute - Wikipedia
The use of the country name "Macedonia" was disputed between Greece and the Republic of Macedonia (now North Macedonia) between 1991 and 2019. The dispute was a source of instability …
The Macedonian-Greek Conflict - History of Macedonia
Macedonia seceded from Yugoslavia and became a sovereign state by a popular referendum held in September 1991 when the majority of voters chose independence. Greece immediately demanded …
Macedonia And Greece Fight For Rights To Name And Alexander The ... - NPR
Feb 4, 2018 · Alexander the Great is central to identity in Greece and Macedonia, which are quarreling over Macedonia's name — and bragging rights to the 4th century B.C. military genius.
Greece claims neighboring North Macedonia broke historic name deal ...
Greece is accusing neighboring North Macedonia’s new center-right government of breaking a historic deal on the country’s name.
Macedonia and Greece: How they solved a 27-year name row - BBC
Jan 25, 2019 · After years of talks and protests, Greece's parliament has backed a landmark deal to rename its neighbour the Republic of North Macedonia. Despite its widespread unpopularity, MPs …
Conflict of North Macedonia with Greece - globhistory.org
The conflict between North Macedonia and Greece is a complex and multi-layered issue rooted in the history, culture, and politics of both nations. The issues surrounding the name "Macedonia" have …
Macedonia: Unpacking its Greek history, struggle, and identity
Dec 20, 2024 · Macedonia has long been contested not only for its historical significance, but also for the geopolitical position it holds. An area steeped in history, it is known as the home of one of the …
Macedonia's dispute with Greece | ESI
This is the challenge: Both Greece and Macedonia have a vital interest in ensuring that other enlargement-sceptical countries in Europe not hide behind them and their dispute to undermine the …
North Macedonia name dispute reignites spat with Greece
May 16, 2024 · Greece argued that any state calling itself Macedonia may try to claim its northern territory, which is also called Macedonia. All this led to lengthy negotiations under UN mediation, with...
Greece Rebukes “Ιrredentist Claims” by North Macedonia Leader
Jan 23, 2025 · The politician recently said he would use the term “Macedonia” when making reference to his country, and challenged Greece to appeal to the International Court of Justice if it believes the …