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National & Local

The 35th Anniversary of the Beginning of the Homeland War Celebrated in Pakrac

The 35th anniversary of the beginning of the Homeland War was commemorated in Pakrac, Croatia, marking the first armed conflict between Croatian forces and rebellious Serbs.

Mar 2 • 19:00 UTC
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Mišić on the Fall of Vukovar: That Was the Day I Actually Died

Croatian MP Predrag Mišić shared his harrowing experiences of the fall of Vukovar in 1991 during a podcast, reflecting on how the event forever changed his life.

Mar 2 • 10:30 UTC
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The Ministry of Croatian Veterans has announced a public call for a short story about the Homeland War

The Ministry of Croatian Veterans has launched a competition for high school students to submit short stories about the Homeland War to promote remembrance and values associated with it.

Feb 26 • 15:45 UTC
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Katinić Pleić: Surrogacy turns children into contractual objects and motherhood into a service

The Croatian Constitutional Court's recent ruling on the birth registration of a child born via surrogacy in war-torn Ukraine has sparked public attention due to the non-biological mother being registered as the legal parent.

Feb 25 • 16:00 UTC
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National & Local

Offense Against Public Order and Peace

The article features reader comments on the controversial symbols related to the communist era in Zagreb, sparking debate about their impact on the victims of the Croatian War of Independence.

Feb 22 • 06:08 UTC
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National & Local

Dr. Janja Sekula refutes Veljko Džakula: He presents himself as a man who wanted peace. Here's the truth

Dr. Janja Sekula from the Croatian Memorial Documentation Centre of the Homeland War refutes claims made by Veljko Džakula regarding his role in the conflict in Western Slavonia, emphasizing that Džakula's portrayal of himself as a peacemaker is misleading.

Feb 21 • 09:25 UTC
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National & Local

After grandfather and uncle, the Miljak family finally found the father killed at Ovčara: 'Now he has peace, and we have him too'

The Miljak family has confirmed the identity of their father, along with others, as part of the identification process for victims of the Croatian War of Independence.

Feb 19 • 18:41 UTC
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National & Local

‘The Germ of Fascism’: HTV gave Vučetić half an hour; he stated that our foundation is not the Homeland War

Marko Vučetić, a radical left philosopher and activist, discussed his controversial views on Croatian identity and history during an interview on HTV's program, inciting public criticism.

Feb 18 • 19:00 UTC
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National & Local

Nine victims identified: The oldest was 80 years old at the time of disappearance

Nine victims from the Croatian War of Independence have been identified, including four Croatian defenders and five civilians.

Feb 18 • 17:00 UTC
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National & Local

The family of Jean-Michel Nicolier is demanding the extradition of his killer from Serbia

The family of Jean-Michel Nicolier, a Croatian war veteran killed in 1991, has issued an ultimatum to Serbia for the extradition of the suspected killer and compensation.

Feb 18 • 12:40 UTC
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National & Local

Sedlar is shooting a big film about Vukovar, now it’s HAVC’s turn: ‘If we don’t do it now…’

Croatian director Jakov Sedlar is developing an international film project about Vukovar as a continuation of his trilogy on the Homeland War.

Feb 17 • 19:00 UTC
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National & Local

Dijanović: Cultural War as the Last Line of Defense for Privileges

The article discusses how recurring debates in Croatian public discourse, particularly surrounding figures like Marko Perković Thompson, highlight the cultural war that serves to protect established privileges against the changing attitudes of younger generations.

Feb 14 • 07:00 UTC
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National & Local

Dr. sc. Harris: Communists built their state on the bodies that today lie in mass graves

Dr. Harris discusses a new scientific publication uncovering mass graves of Croatian prisoners and civilians executed after World War II in Slovenia.

Feb 12 • 22:00 UTC
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National & Local

Don't miss the presentation of the book 'Hidden Graves of Croats in Slovenia'

A scientific monograph titled 'Hidden Graves of Croats in Slovenia' will be presented at the Croatian National Theatre in Zagreb, shedding light on the suffering of Croatian prisoners and civilians post-World War II in Slovenia.

Feb 10 • 19:30 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO 'If a war breaks out, at least we know how to defend ourselves'

The article discusses an open day event at the Croatian Military Academy where cadets engage in learning about armored warfare and military training.

Feb 7 • 19:23 UTC
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National & Local

We can about the exuberant Mamić with Arkan's widow: These are your HDZ patriots!

The Croatian political party Možemo criticized the ruling HDZ party for their connection with fugitive Zdravko Mamić, seen at a concert with the widow of a notorious war criminal.

Feb 7 • 18:46 UTC
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National & Local

We can about Mamić at Ceci: These are your HDZ patriots!

The Možemo party criticized the Croatian ruling party HDZ for their connections with fugitive Zdravko Mamić after he was seen at a concert kissing the hand of Svetlana Cece Ražnatović, the widow of a war criminal.

Feb 7 • 17:10 UTC
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National & Local

Bulj: Mamić's Kissing of Arkan's Widow's Hand is a Symbol of the Lies Sold to the People

Bulj criticizes Mamić's public display of affection towards the widow of a war criminal as a representation of deceptive nationalism in Croatia.

Feb 7 • 15:12 UTC
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National & Local

Two HRZ helicopters rescued a young patient from Dubrovnik. "Unique action"

Two Croatian war helicopters conducted a complex emergency medical airlift of a young patient from Dubrovnik to Zagreb, emphasizing the effectiveness of military assistance in urgent medical situations.

Feb 7 • 14:55 UTC
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National & Local

The War of the Reds Against the Blues Has Long Begun and Now Threatens to Lead Croatia Irreversibly into Anarchy

The article discusses the ongoing rivalry in Croatian football, likened to a war, which could lead to greater societal implications for the country.

Feb 7 • 10:02 UTC
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Life & Tech

Croatian theater actor did not stop acting until his death while imprisoned in the Jasenovac camp

A new play inspired by the story of actor Slavko Goldschmidt, who continued to act even while imprisoned in the Jasenovac concentration camp during World War II, will premiere on February 12 at the Cultural Center Travno.

Feb 6 • 08:44 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Indictment confirmed for eight regarding the war killing of Croatian children in Vitez

The Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina has confirmed an indictment against two commanders of the Bosniak Army responsible for the deaths of eight Croatian children and the wounding of five others in a shelling attack in Vitez in 1993.

Feb 5 • 21:10 UTC
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National & Local

Orešković Offends Defenders Again: Does Croatia Belong to Those Who ‘Acquired It by Weapon’?

Dalija Orešković continues her Facebook battle against imagined Ustashas, recently targeting handball players and insulting defenders of the Croatian War of Independence, prompting responses from users.

Feb 5 • 14:30 UTC
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Crime & Justice

After 33 years, two commanders of the Army of Bosnia and Herzegovina charged for the killing of eight Croatian children

The Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina has confirmed charges against two commanders of the Bosnian Army, held accountable for the 1993 deaths of eight Croatian children in a mortar attack on the town of Vitez.

Feb 5 • 13:49 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Indictment Confirmed for Eight in the War Killing of Croatian Children in Vitez

The Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina has confirmed an indictment against two commanders of the Bosnian Army responsible for the deaths of eight and the wounding of five Croatian children during a mortar attack in Vitez in 1993.

Feb 5 • 13:46 UTC
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National & Local

Matula, Mesić, and Habulin at the commemoration of the X Corps: They attacked Thompson, while calling partisan crimes 'excesses'

During the 82nd anniversary of the founding of the X Zagreb Corps of the Yugoslav People's Liberation Army, speakers launched political attacks on the Croatian state and various public figures, while notably omitting any mention of the victims of the Corps' post-war crimes.

Feb 4 • 13:03 UTC
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Sports

You won again! In Dubrava, the national championship in trout fishing is hosted, and a famous singer has signed up

The national championship in trout fishing will begin this Saturday in Dubrava, organized by the Association of Sports Fishermen of the Croatian War Veterans, featuring regular competitions and artistic workshops for the local community.

Feb 4 • 11:52 UTC
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National & Local

He published a map of Croatia, believes this would solve a burning issue, a debate has started: That would be a civil war

A user's proposal for a territorial reorganization of Croatian counties has sparked a heated debate on the sustainability of the current administrative system.

Feb 4 • 10:41 UTC
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Sports

The Connection Between the War and Sports Generation: Matej Mandić's Father Defended the Homeland

Franjo Mandić, father of Croatian handball player Matej Mandić, is recognized for his role as a Croatian defender during the Homeland War in the early 1990s, highlighting the link between military and sports generations.

Feb 3 • 10:42 UTC
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Life & Tech

The Wedding Set a New Record, More Watched Than How the War Started on My Island

The film 'The Wedding' has become the most-watched Croatian film in history, surpassing the cult classic 'How the War Started on My Island' within just 12 days of its release.

Feb 3 • 06:31 UTC
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National & Local

The Left Held a Press Conference. Benčić: All Masks Have Fallen, Now We See Who Plenković Is

At a press conference in the Croatian Parliament, representatives from various political parties expressed their concerns about the current state of democracy in Croatia, calling it the hardest day since the war.

Feb 2 • 17:14 UTC
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National & Local

Leftist Comments on Reception: Kosor Declares War, Orešković Calls for Boycott, Puhovski Accuses Handball Players...

The Croatian left expresses deep dissatisfaction with the organization of a reception for the handball players, criticizing various figures and entities involved, including politicians and supporters.

Feb 2 • 15:00 UTC
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Sports

Medved calls veterans to welcome handball players. "Come in as large numbers as possible"

Minister of Veterans, Tomo Medved, invites associations from the Homeland War to attend the welcome of the Croatian handball team in Zagreb following their success at the European Championship.

Feb 2 • 13:13 UTC
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National & Local

Parliament discusses amendments to the Law on Civil Victims of the Homeland War: Here’s what’s changing

The Croatian Parliament is discussing amendments to the Law on Civil Victims of the Homeland War to improve the care system for civil victims.

Jan 16 • 11:30 UTC
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National & Local

Celebrating the Day of International Recognition of Croatia

Croatia marks two significant historical events today: the Day of International Recognition and the Day of the Peaceful Reintegration of Croatian Danube, commemorating its recognition by twelve members of the then European Community amidst the Homeland War 34 years ago.

Jan 15 • 20:23 UTC
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World

Although it was occupied and in the middle of war, on this day in 1992, Croatia celebrated

On January 13, 1992, the Holy See recognized the Republic of Croatia amidst ongoing conflict, marking a significant moment in the international affirmation of Croatian statehood.

Jan 13 • 12:10 UTC
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National & Local

The Post Office Issues a Series of Commemorative Postcards 'Heroes of the Homeland War'

Croatian Post, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defense, is issuing a series of commemorative postcards titled 'Heroes of the Homeland War' to be distributed to conscripts upon their arrival for basic military training.

Jan 12 • 16:30 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Speaker of the House of Representatives of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina: Partisans killed a few Croats in Bleiburg

The Croatian National Assembly of Bosnia and Herzegovina has demanded the resignation of Dragan Mioković after he controversially stated that partisans killed 'a few Croats' in Bleiburg, which sparked concerns of hate speech and the undermining of post-war crimes against Croats.

Jan 12 • 14:39 UTC
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National & Local

Heroes of the Homeland War on Croatian Postcards

The Croatian Post, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Croatia, is issuing a series of commemorative postcards titled 'Heroes of the Homeland War' to be distributed to conscripts during their basic military training.

Jan 12 • 14:28 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Head of the House of Representatives of FBiH: Partisans killed a few Croats in Bleiburg

The Croatian National Assembly of Bosnia and Herzegovina has called for the resignation of Dragan Mioković, the head of the House of Representatives of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, after he made a controversial statement about the events in Bleiburg.

Jan 12 • 13:58 UTC
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World

LIVE Stjepo Bartulica: Milanović warns for a reason that Croatian armed forces will not go to Ukraine

Stjepo Bartulica discusses current global issues and the visit of NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to Croatia, emphasizing the financial burden of the war in Ukraine on Europe compared to America.

Jan 12 • 09:06 UTC
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National & Local

PHOTO Post issued commemorative postcards. They will be distributed to recruits at the beginning of military service

Croatian Post, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Croatia, is issuing a series of commemorative postcards titled 'Heroes of the Homeland War' to be distributed to military recruits at the start of their basic training.

Jan 12 • 08:49 UTC
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World

The Daughter of a Croatian Musician Plays the Lead Role in a Serbian Hit Series: 'The Audience Reacted Most to Humanity and Emotion'

Young Belgrade actress Darija Vučko, daughter of Croatian musician Ivica Vučak, gained fame for her leading role in the series 'Tvrđava', which recently concluded with over a million viewers, focusing on a love story during the 90s war rather than on politics or conflict.

Jan 11 • 07:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Croats of Central Bosnia continue to seek prosecution for the massacre in Buhine Kuće

Residents of Buhine Kuće are still waiting for justice 32 years after the massacre of 36 Croatian civilians and soldiers during the Bosniak-Croat war, with calls for the prosecution of those responsible and their commanders.

Jan 10 • 20:00 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Croats of Central Bosnia Seek Prosecution for the Massacre in Buhine Kuće After 32 Years

Residents of Buhine Kuće demand justice for the massacre of 36 Croatian civilians and soldiers, which occurred during the Bosniak-Croat war, as the perpetrators remain unprosecuted 32 years later.

Jan 10 • 14:32 UTC
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Sports

Hezonja: I don't care where I play and under what conditions

Croatian basketball player Mario Hezonja stated that he doesn't care about the conditions or place he plays in after Real Madrid defeated Israeli Maccabi in an empty stadium surrounded by police due to requests to expel Israeli representatives from international competitions over war crimes.

Jan 9 • 22:45 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Indictment after three decades: A 72-year-old charged with war crimes in Banovina

The County State Attorney's Office in Rijeka has filed an indictment against a 72-year-old Croatian national for war crimes against civilians committed in 1992 during armed conflict.

Jan 9 • 18:33 UTC
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World

VIDEO Kolinda: I believe that Trump sincerely wants to stop the war in Ukraine

Former Croatian President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović commented on the war in Ukraine and Donald Trump's actions, expressing belief in his good intentions for achieving peace while drawing parallels to Croatia's situation during the Homeland War.

Jan 9 • 16:46 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Indictment Against 72-Year-Old for War Crime from 1992

A 72-year-old Croatian citizen has been indicted for a war crime against civilians committed in 1992, following an investigation by the County State Attorney's Office in Rijeka.

Jan 9 • 16:29 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Massacre in Buhine Kuće, soldiers of the Army of Bosnia and Herzegovina slaughtered Croatian civilians

The article discusses a war crime committed in January 1994 in Buhine Kuće where members of the Bosnian Army killed at least 27 Croatian civilians during the Bosniak-Croat conflict.

Jan 9 • 11:13 UTC

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