Croatia

After shooting in Čakovec, Međimurje demands more police on the ground

The council concluded that patrols should be stepped up and video surveillance expanded, following political wrangling.

School in Gornji Kosinj to close after two centuries of operation

Pupils of the Anž Frankopan Primary School will continue their education in Rudinka after the next academic year as the area is set to be submerged by the Kosinj Hydroelectric Power System reservoir.

Chaos near Zadar: four maritime incidents in under an hour

Pitvica–Virovitica motorway section passes environmental assessment

The ministry has published the draft decision for the 21.9-kilometre section, with the project now moving towards securing the site planning permission.

Rijeka removes HOS graffiti from Škurinje, Miletić criticises the mayor

The graffiti alongside OŠ Ivan Ražan was removed following a warning from the 'Streets Without Hate' initiative, while the MP claims the mayor has broken her promise.

Court confirms indictment against Todorić, damage nearly 180 million

Ruling follows auditor Sanja Hrstić admitting guilt, while proceedings against auditor Olivio Discordia may be separated.

Uskok and military police arrest two on suspicion of corruption

The anti-corruption probe into public procurement is underway.

Deželić Memorial in Ivanić-Grad draws over 350 firefighters

The 27th edition of the competition at Sports Park Zelenjak saw 35 teams compete, including those heading to the Firefighting Olympics in Austria.

Construction begins on 5.1 million euro sports hall at OŠ Konjščina

The project, valued at 5.099 million euros, involves the demolition of the old hall and the construction of a new three-part facility with 360 seats.

Senj to support restoration of historic core with €138,000

Seventeen projects receive funding, bringing the total investment to €138,000.

Two people killed in crash between two cars near Obrovac

The accident occurred on Wednesday around 19:00 on the DC54 road near the former bauxite plant, with two people injured and taken to the hospital in Zadar.

Lipik officially launches talks to purchase Kursalon

The current owner is willing to sell the historic complex, which includes the Wandelbahn, swimming pools, and part of the park; the deadline for concluding negotiations is 30 June 2027.

HGSS rescues man trapped in the Čikole canyon

A drone spotted the victim in a steep hollow; the man spent approximately ten hours trapped among the rocks.

Plenković in Kyiv: Zelensky promised continued support

In his sixth visit to Kyiv since the Russian invasion, the prime minister highlighted cooperation between defence industries and support for Ukraine's path to the EU.

Ministry of Defence launches recruitment drive for 300 soldiers

Recruitment begins on 1 September across 19 locations, with applications open to candidates with basic military training until 24 July.

Police seize six rifles and silencer near Križevci

Following searches of homes and vehicles belonging to two suspects aged 35 and 60, criminal charges and a misdemeanor complaint are to follow.

Varaždin County invests €455,000 in protection of Vindija Cave

The County Assembly also voted on public award winners: lifetime achievement awards go to Barica Pahić-Grobenski and posthumously to Marijan Cinguli.

Severe weather with hail hits Lika and Gorski Kotar, damage reported near Brinje

Ice fell from Vrbovsko and Ogulin to Modruš, with DHMZ forecasting thunderstorms overnight and into Thursday morning.