Vjesnik Skyscraper in Zagreb to Be Demolished After Fire

The Vjesnik skyscraper in Zagreb is becoming a construction site as the selected contractor, EURCO, begins work to demolish the iconic building, three months after it was damaged by fire.

23 Feb, 13:25 — 23 Feb, 13:52

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Why this matters

The Vjesnik skyscraper is a prominent landmark in Zagreb, and its demolition after a fire marks the end of an era for the city. This event signifies a major change in the urban landscape and could pave the way for new development, making it a significant story for local residents and urban planners.

ℹAll sources from Croatia region

ℹOnly 2 sources cover this story

Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 2 sources cover this story

Both news outlets report the immediate commencement of preparatory works for the demolition of the Vjesnik skyscraper in Zagreb, with EURCO identified as the contractor. Coverage is largely aligned on the core event, focusing on the initial phase of the building's removal.

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SourceOutletiGeneral editorial lean of the outletStoryiHow they covered this specific storyTone

index-hrcenter-leftcenter-leftneutralfocuses on official statements and contractual details

jutarnji-listcentercentersensationalemphasizes visual drama and cultural significance

Coverage leans: balanced

The coverage is balanced, with one outlet providing official details and the other focusing on the visual and cultural impact of the event.

What sources agree on

Preparatory works for the Vjesnik skyscraper demolition have begun.
EURCO is the selected contractor for the demolition.
The Vjesnik skyscraper is located in Zagreb.

Key claims2 agreed · 3 unverified

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Preparatory works for the Vjesnik skyscraper demolition have begun.

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EURCO is the selected contractor for the demolition.

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EURCO has 90 days to complete the work, with penalties for delays.

Coverage gaps

The 90-day deadline for EURCO to complete the work and potential penalties for delays.

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The presence of members of the Croatian Army at the demolition site.

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Missingindex-hr

Confirmation of the works by a State Secretary from the Ministry of Physical Planning, Construction and State Property.

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How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

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Center

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Vjesnik postaje mega gradilište, imamo detalje: Ovaj dio prvi će se ukloniti, zna se i rok

index-hr

Počeli pripremni radovi na rušenju Vjesnika: Eurco ima 90 dana, penali ako zakasni

Right-leaning

No articles

Key entities

Vjesnik Skyscrapersubject of demolition EURCOdemolition contractor Ministry of Physical Planning, Construction and State Propertyoverseeing demolition Croatian Armypresent at site

Coverage Timeline

First report: index-hr · 23 Feb, 13:25|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 27m|Window: 27m

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index-hr23 Feb, 13:25First to report

Počeli pripremni radovi na rušenju Vjesnika: Eurco ima 90 dana, penali ako zakasni

jutarnji-list23 Feb, 13:52Latest update

Vjesnik postaje mega gradilište, imamo detalje: Ovaj dio prvi će se ukloniti, zna se i rok

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jutarnji-list2h ago

Vjesnik postaje mega gradilište, imamo detalje: Ovaj dio prvi će se ukloniti, zna se i rok

Područje slavnog zagrebačkog nebodera danas je postalo gradilište. Zgrada se tri mjeseca nakon požara napokon priprema za uklanjanje. Izvođači radova provode istražne radnje kako bi vidjeli u kakvom je stanju zgrada, sastanči se s Ministarstvom o građevinskom otpadu i prometu na Slavonskoj aveniji t...

By ines.bacan@hanzamedia.hr (Ines Bačan)

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index-hr3h ago

Počeli pripremni radovi na rušenju Vjesnika: Eurco ima 90 dana, penali ako zakasni

U KOMPLEKSU Vjesnika počeli su pripremni radovi kako bi se krenulo s uklanjanjem nebodera, potvrdio je u ponedjeljak državni tajnik Ministarstva prostornog uređenja, graditeljstva i državne imovine Tonči Glavinić, te najavio da će se radovi odvijati u fazama.

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Vjesnik Skyscraper in Zagreb to Be Demolished After Fire

Why this matters

Perspective Analysis

Political spectrum

What sources agree on

Key claims2 agreed · 3 unverified

Coverage gaps

Perspective Analysis

How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

Center

Vjesnik postaje mega gradilište, imamo detalje: Ovaj dio prvi će se ukloniti, zna se i rok

Počeli pripremni radovi na rušenju Vjesnika: Eurco ima 90 dana, penali ako zakasni

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Key entities

Coverage Timeline

Počeli pripremni radovi na rušenju Vjesnika: Eurco ima 90 dana, penali ako zakasni

Vjesnik postaje mega gradilište, imamo detalje: Ovaj dio prvi će se ukloniti, zna se i rok

Read at source (2 outlets)

Vjesnik postaje mega gradilište, imamo detalje: Ovaj dio prvi će se ukloniti, zna se i rok

Počeli pripremni radovi na rušenju Vjesnika: Eurco ima 90 dana, penali ako zakasni

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