The Croatian State Hydrometeorological Institute (DHMZ) has published a preliminary analysis of heatwaves that occurred from May 1 to August 16, 2026. The analysis indicates record-breaking temperatures and very high danger levels in numerous locations, with a particular focus on Rijeka.
Croatian State Inspectorate officials discovered an illegal ham processing facility in Drniš, containing about 1,000 hams. The operation was reportedly led by an individual under house arrest.
A Serbian national, arrested in Zagreb for hacking Croatian state institutions, was reportedly attacked and nearly strangled by a Croatian inmate while in detention. The incident occurred shortly after his apprehension.
The Croatian State Properties agency is offering 40 spaces for lease or sale across 14 cities, with starting prices ranging from €8 for a garage in Sisak to €1,500 for a business space in Zagreb.
The Sjena Association warns that the Croatian state is forcing parents of children with disabilities to independently seek personal assistants, thereby transferring systemic responsibility onto families despite a Constitutional Court decision.
HŽ Infrastruktura, the Croatian state-owned railway infrastructure company, has received government approval to borrow 30 million euros to finance European and other projects. The City of Novigrad also received approval for a smaller loan of 513,000 euros.
Details emerge about an affair involving Dragan Primorac, which caused the Croatian state to pay over three million euros instead of 733 thousand euros.
Darko Milković and Igor Periša have been sworn in as the new vice-presidents of Croatia's State Election Commission (DIP) before the Speaker of the Croatian Parliament.
Last year, the Croatian state paid out 4.1 million euros in child support on behalf of parents for 3,342 children. This highlights the state's role in ensuring financial support for children when parents fail to do so.
Provisional results for this year's Croatian state matura exams indicate an improvement in essay writing, but also reveal concerning failure rates in informatics and mathematics.
Croatia's State Secretary announced billions of euros in investments for the renovation of railway lines and stations, and the acquisition of new trains to modernize rail transport.
The Kostović family reports that the state has reduced the inclusive allowance for their autistic son, Roko, and is demanding a refund of approximately 800 euros, despite the family not yet receiving an official decision.
Two students from different schools have been identified as responsible for sharing images of the Croatian language state exam questions on social media on the day of the test.
Photographs of the Croatian language state matura exam were leaked to the public, prompting a decision regarding the validity of the test. Authorities are considering involving the police in an investigation into the leak.
The Croatian State Audit Office has delivered a conditional opinion on the 2025 state budget report to Parliament, noting rising state debt and issuing 17 orders and recommendations.
A Croatian official has criticized Montenegrin President Milatović for claiming Croatian state territory while simultaneously seeking EU support, stating it contradicts European values.
Croatia's central state portal, gov.hr, has launched an AI virtual assistant to provide citizens with 24/7 access to information on public services and facilitate communication with state administration.
Over 30,000 candidates are eligible to take this year's state matriculation exams in Croatia, which are set to begin on Monday, June 1st, across 386 secondary schools and six examination centers.
Croatia's State Secretary emphasized that energy is crucial for the country's survival and affirmed Croatia's full commitment to the European Green Deal.
The Croatian State Inspectorate has recalled 'pesto despar genovese' (190g) from stores because the Croatian declaration failed to list cashew nuts, an allergen.
The Croatian state plans a 26 million euro renovation of a building in central Zagreb, but faces a challenge in evicting an illegal occupant who is reportedly a donor to the HDZ party.
The Croatian State Inspectorate has stated there is no evidence that HiPP products in Croatia are unsafe, despite recalls in the EU due to suspicions of rat poison contamination.
Željka Josić, a Croatian state secretary, is reportedly earning over 2000 euros net monthly for four hours of weekly work as a doctor in a Sisak hospital, in addition to her full-time job in Zagreb, prompting scrutiny.
Croatian President Zoran Milanović announced the cancellation of the annual Western Balkans summit, stating that Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić's visit to Croatia is not possible under current conditions due to his recent statements which, according to Milanović, undermine regional peace and stability. Vučić has expressed support for Milanović's decision, stating he believes he doesn't belong there and criticizing the Croatian state leadership.
A Croatian state secretary announced that ongoing modernization of the Lika railway line will reduce the train travel time between Zagreb and Split to five hours within two years.
Another individual has confessed to embezzling money from HEP, a Croatian state-owned energy company, in an investigation revealing years of unchecked financial misconduct.
Croatian State Attorney's Office (DORH) is treating MP Josip Dabro's singing about Ante Pavelić as a public order offense, potentially leading to a fine rather than imprisonment.
Croatia's State Property agency has announced a tender for the lease of 25 business premises and 5 garages across 8 cities, with viewings scheduled from March 9-12.
The Croatian party CENTAR warns that the state has neglected the remediation of 200,000 tons of hazardous slag in Dugi Rat for six years, directly endangering citizens' health.
The State Attorney's Office in Zagreb has announced an investigation into the deaths of a man and two children whose bodies were found after a house fire in Sveti Križ Začretje, Zagorje, ordering an autopsy.
Davor Božinović has been dismissed from his position as chairman of the Central Coordination for Supervision and Protection of Rights and Interests of the Republic of Croatia at Sea. Ivan Anušić has been appointed as his replacement during a closed government session.
With a new wave of price increases, the Croatian state collects up to 46 percent of the fuel price through excise duties and VAT. This makes gasoline in Croatia more expensive than in Sweden, highlighting the significant tax burden on consumers.
Six years after a 100 million euro bank fraud was proven, the State Attorney's Office in Croatia continues its investigation into the scheme that reportedly defrauded approximately 50,000 citizens.
Nearly 29,500 students in Croatia received their final state matriculation exam results, with an overall average grade of 2.9 on compulsory exams, but also a record number of complaints, some of which were reportedly written by artificial intelligence.
Lawmakers in Republika Srpska have passed changes introducing prison terms for displaying symbols of the Bosniak-led 1990s wartime army or World War II-era fascist Croatian state, a move likely to face legal challenges.
Figures reveal that the Croatian state's expenditures have significantly increased, tripling compared to twenty years ago, indicating a substantial growth in government size.
The Croatian state has provided a fire station on the island of Šipan to the city of Dubrovnik for indefinite, free use, aiming to bolster the safety of the Elaphiti Islands.
The Croatian State Hydrometeorological Institute (DHMZ) has issued an extraordinary statement regarding an intensifying heatwave. Meteorologists have announced the expected duration of the heatwave in Croatia.
Croatian MEP Marko Vešligaj stated in the European Parliament that the anti-fascist struggle led by Josip Broz Tito is the foundation of Croatian statehood, and the Ustaše movement never enjoyed public support, maintaining power through terror.
An oncology patient in Croatia has been ordered to return €1600 to the state, prompting the Minister of Labor to address inclusive allowances and announce a comprehensive solution.
A powerful storm with strong winds and hail the size of walnuts struck Varaždin and its surroundings in Croatia on Sunday afternoon. The Croatian State Hydrometeorological Institute issued a red weather alert for the affected areas.
The attendance of State Secretary Nevenka Lastrić Đurić at the Pride Parade has caused a significant rift within the HSLS party, prompting her to comment on the issue.
A letter sent by Pope John VIII to Croatian Duke Branimir is highlighted as one of the most significant historical sources for the Croatian Middle Ages, acknowledging the medieval Croatian state.
Croatians in Punta Arenas, a city in southern Chile, celebrated the Statehood Day of the Republic of Croatia by raising the flag in Plaza Croacia, as reported by local newspaper La Prensa Austral.
The State Attorney's Office (DORH) in Croatia has appealed the release of a multiple domestic abuser in Rijeka under precautionary measures, citing fears of witness influence and repeat offenses.
The State Secretary of the Office for Croats Abroad, Zvonko Milas, announced that 13,300 Croatian citizens moved back to Croatia in 2024, marking the highest number since statistics began.
State Secretary Željka Josić emphasized that the decision regarding the number of children rests with parents, while the state's role is to provide them with security.
The Croatian State Attorney's Office (DORH) announced an increase in efficiency and a reduction in unresolved cases last year, though its annual report also highlighted ongoing issues needing resolution for continued system development.
The Croatian state leadership commemorated the 81st anniversary of the breakout of prisoners from the Jasenovac Ustasha concentration camp with a column of remembrance and a special program.
Croatian Minister Branko Bačić signed an agreement in Dubrovnik for the purchase of land in Solitudo, aimed at resolving the issue of protected tenants. He also visited construction sites for energy renovation of police administration buildings.
The Croatian State Hydrometeorological Institute (DHMZ) has issued red warnings for severe weather, including up to half a meter of snow in the Gospić region and very strong, hurricane-force winds in the Rijeka region, with a warning also issued for Zagreb.
Željko Vuković, State Secretary in Croatia's Ministry of Environmental Protection and Green Transition, posted a video on Facebook showing the flooded entrance to Lonjsko Polje Nature Park, highlighting environmental concerns.
Croatian State Real Estate has launched a new public tender for the sale of properties owned by the Republic of Croatia, offering various apartments and other real estate to interested buyers.
Hungarian oil and gas company MOL has issued an ultimatum to Croatian state-owned oil pipeline operator Janaf, prompting comments from former Croatian Minister of Economy Davor Štern.
The Croatian state is evicting anti-fascists from a protected cultural heritage building in Hatzova 16, Zagreb, which they have used since 1953. The building, constructed in 1891, is being renovated after an earthquake.
The State Attorney's Office has released details of a three-vehicle collision in Split, Croatia, where a 22-year-old passenger died after a 22-year-old Toyota driver hit a Mercedes.
The State Inspectorate announced that it discovered 122 irregularities, including one hotel, during intensified inspections aimed at ensuring a successful tourist season and combating the gray economy.
Državne nekretnine (State Properties) has announced a public tender for the lease of 40 state-owned business premises and garages located in 14 Croatian cities, with the majority of properties in Zagreb.
The Croatian state is putting 20 properties up for sale, including a 32-square-meter apartment in Zagreb listed for 71,000 euros, with a bid deadline of August 28.
Jutarnji list published a correction regarding a previous article titled 'Complete disorder in a state-owned company, board members fighting,' stating that information about Zrakoplovno- was incorrect.
Ivana Kekin has submitted documentation to the Croatian State Attorney's Office (DORH) regarding alleged illegal activities and lack of transparency by Medikol at KBC Rijeka since 2009.
The Croatian government has decided that 22 state-owned companies, including HEP, Ina, Janaf, and airports, must transfer 60% of their 2025 profits, approximately €200 million, to the state budget in 2026, with specific exceptions.
The Croatian State Hydrometeorological Institute reported that June was warmer than the multi-year average across most of Croatia, with some areas experiencing exceptionally high temperatures.
A Bosnian Croat party, HDZ 1990, has urged the Croatian state leadership to support the establishment of a Croat electoral unit within the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. This call aims to ensure greater political representation for Bosnian Croats.
A document from 12 years ago, still present on the Croatian Ministry's website, identified Splitska vrata as an area of increased danger for navigation, yet no action has been taken.
An exhibition titled 'Croatian Anti-Fascist Movement: From Resistance to Rights' was opened in the European Parliament in Strasbourg, organized by MEP Marko Vešligaj, who highlighted anti-fascism as a foundation of Croatian statehood.
Ivan Turudić, the head of Croatia's State Attorney's Office, is once again at the center of public attention following an investigation into the family home of Oroslavje mayor Viktor Šimunić, raising questions about his credibility.
A Croatian news report alleges that the state is actively persecuting an individual named Šimunić as a tactic to divert public attention from its own criminal activities. The article implies a cover-up of state-level corruption.
The participation of Nevenka Lastrić-Đurić, State Secretary in the Ministry of Interior, at this year's Zagreb Pride has ignited an open conflict within her party, HSLS.
The Croatian State Property Management agency is offering 10-year leases for business premises and garages across 11 cities, with bids open until June 19.
The Croatian State Hydrometeorological Institute has released its seasonal forecast for summer 2026, indicating a high probability of a warmer and drier season.
The Croatian State Inspectorate has recalled Benita mixed salad, originating from North Macedonia and sold by Kaufland Croatia, due to elevated levels of the pesticide chlorpyrifos.
The Croatian state reportedly paid Medikol 200 million euros for PET/CT examinations based solely on a letter addressed to an HDZ official, bypassing a formal public-private partnership contract.
HŽ Infrastruktura, the Croatian state-owned railway infrastructure company, has chosen an Indian firm for a significant project to renovate the Dugo Selo - Novska railway line.
Stjepan Mesić criticized the Croatian state leadership at the Jasenovac commemoration, accusing them of tolerating the relativization of the Independent State of Croatia (NDH).
Croatian State Secretary Irena Petrijevčanin presented a new rulebook on the stay of third-country nationals, which more precisely regulates the conditions of stay and employer obligations towards foreign workers in Croatia.
Dinko Čutura, a historian and director of the Croatian State Archives, has been elected as the new president of the HDZ Academic Community "Dr. Ante Starčević" in Croatia.
The State Inspectorate of the Republic of Croatia (DIRH) has launched an investigation into the Public Institution for Sports Facilities Split (JUŠO), with reports suggesting a potential new affair involving its director.
A Croatian state secretary expressed pride in Croatia being a 'nuclear country,' highlighting the EU's renewed consideration of nuclear energy as crucial for the energy transition.
State-owned real estate agency has announced a new public tender for the sale of 18 properties, including commercial spaces and a smaller number of apartments, many in prime locations.
The Croatian state plans to build micro-apartments of approximately 20 square meters for rent to young people under 30, with the first units expected in Rijeka and Split.