Sofia, 28 July 2023 (MIA) - The Bulgarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned Thursday's incidents in Skopje resulting in Bulgarian nationals, fans of Levski football club, being injured, one of whom severely.

The MFA said in Friday's press release that the injured Bulgarian national is currently in stable position and recovering in a Skopje hospital. Representatives of the Bulgarian Embassy are in constant communication with the person and his family, as well as the local health authorities.

"We express regret that the positive and sporting spirit of the Levski-Shkupi match was disrupted by acts of aggression beyond the football pitch. We expect authorities in the Republic of North Macedonia to undertake the required actions for an efficient investigation and justice served over the serious incident," says the MFA.

It also highlights the crucial importance of undertaking effective measures to prevent such acts of aggression and guaranteeing the security of all citizens.

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