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Restored monument to fallen defenders unveiled in Zalužnica
The ceremony in Zalužnica was attended by representatives of the towns and municipalities that co-funded the restoration of the monument to the 19 fallen defenders.
State Inspectorate seals apartments on Vir during the season
The measure lasts at least 30 days, with the inspectorate having conducted 1,421 inspections so far.
Young man brutally attacks man in Slavonski Brod
Footage of the attack on Zajceva Street has drawn significant attention. Police confirmed that a minor physically assaulted a 31-year-old man.
Man arrested for vandalism in Međugorje
Locals apprehended the suspect following the incident.
Monsignor Barišić leads meeting of spiritual vocations in Opuzen
The sixth meeting of the Neretva Valley's spiritual vocations will bring together priests, religious, and lay people in Opuzen, with the eucharistic celebration led by the retired archbishop.
Incidents in Međugorje: Religious sites damaged and fire set
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton confirmed a series of incidents in Međugorje, including an arson attack on an outdoor altar and the desecration of symbols at Podbrdo and Plavi Križ.
Vlajch in Virovitica and Vukovar on African swine fever
Deputy Prime Minister David Plenković held working meetings with representatives of the Virovitica-Podravina and Vukovar-Syrmia counties, focusing on the epidemiological situation and the fight against African swine fever.
Supercell above Dubrovnik and rare meteotsunamis
Stunning images of a storm system have sparked debate among experts, while extreme tidal waves are being recorded in Vela Luka.
Extreme heat sweeps across Europe, 15 countries on red alert
Meteorologists warn of record temperatures and breathing difficulties, with Croatia expecting readings above 40 degrees.
Karlovac secures holiday for children in foster care
The host city covers all costs for the 18 children in Selce for the fifth consecutive year.
Lika-Senj police seize three electric scooters
Officers from the Perušić Traffic Police Station temporarily confiscated three electric scooters during intensified efforts to raise road safety standards, citing the most serious offences.
Five seriously injured in road accidents in Lika
The Lika-Senj police administration reported 24 traffic accidents over the weekend, including one fatal incident involving a minor on a scooter.
Minister Glavina allocates €5m for local sport
The Ministry of Tourism and Sport has secured funding for 320 programmes, including training for non-swimmers, continuing investment in mass sport since 2016.
35th anniversary of fallen police officers marked in Straga Banska
Family members, comrades, and officials laid wreaths at the memorial in memory of the victims of July 1991.
House broken into in Mužilovčica, owner reports serious theft
Police are investigating the circumstances of the break-in on Saturday, 25 July, in Mužilovčica, Sisak area, where an unknown perpetrator stole money and jewellery.
Feast of St Anne celebrated in Mihovan
Local authorities attend traditional mass in the town's suburb
Photographer captures storm cell over the Adriatic
Daniel Pavlinović recorded intense cumulonimbus clouds up to 12 kilometres high moving over open sea.
Firefighters on high alert in Brač due to severe weather
Strong southerly winds and thunderstorms raise fire risk on the island, prompting emergency services to stand by.