4 results for "Zagreb"
A large fire near Omiš and Lokva Rogoznica, Croatia, is now under control but firefighters are still working. An investigation into the cause is ongoing, while one person died and eight people remain in life-threatening condition. Over 500 people were rescued from the sea during the blaze.
6 days ago
Anti-war groups will hold an action in Zagreb on August 3, 2026, calling for accountability for crimes committed during Operation Storm. They highlight the uninvestigated killings of Serbian civilians and massive displacement, urging Croatia to confront its past for a just future. This comes after a court victory affirming the right to protest against war crimes.
8 days ago
Slaven Kovačević, a BiH Presidency candidate, condemned the Domovinski pokret's Declaration from Croatia, which proposed changing Bosnia and Herzegovina's territorial structure. He called these ideas "fascist," harmful to stability, and a barrier to BiH's EU path, linking mono-ethnic territory creation to a Hague-identified joint criminal enterprise. Kovačević emphasized that BiH's internal decisions are made only by its own institutions, not by outside powers.
23 days ago
The Islamic Center in Maljevac, Croatia, marked a significant milestone with the placement of an alem on its minaret, signaling the center's near completion after 40 months of construction. Religious leaders from Croatia and Turkey attended the ceremony, emphasizing the alem's symbolism of pride and dignity for the Muslim community. Speakers highlighted the importance of building strong human relationships and contributing to a multicultural society, not just erecting structures.
1 day ago