Macedonia's application for EU membership has been postponed following the death of the country's president, Boris Trajkovski.
He died in a plane crash over Bosnia today (26 February) - the day the western Balkan country was to formally apply to be a candidate for membership of the European Union.
European Commission President Romano Prodi said, "This is a very sad day. A very sad day for Macedonia that loses a wise and balanced leader. A very sad day for the Balkan region for who...
Enjoy access to all articles and 25 years of archives, comment and gift articles. Become a member for as low as €1,75 per week.
Already a member? Login