Croatian Deputy Prime Minister Josip Dabro resigned on Saturday after a video of him shooting a gun out of a moving car surfaced in local media. Dabro, who also was agriculture minister, on Friday confirmed the authenticity of the recording and apologized for his actions, which he said were “the result of a moment of … Read more
Croatian President Zoran Milanović looks to have won a commanding victory in the runoff round of his country’s presidential election Sunday, according to exit polls. Milanović remains Croatia’s most popular politician, his history of pro-Moscow and anti-Western statements contrasting with his having overseen the nation’s 2013 accession to the European Union as its then-prime minister. He … Read more
Critics claim that his public feuds with Prime Minister Andrej Plenković (who is also from HDZ), his cozying up to war criminals, and his promises to cut support for NATO and Ukraine have caused significant damage to the international reputation of the largely uncontroversial Balkan country. Dragan Primorac from the ruling Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ), was left trailing in second place with 19.35 percent of the vote. … Read more
Plenković, for his part, sought to portray the vote as a plebiscite on Croatia’s future in the EU. “Milanović is a cancer of Croatian politics,” he said earlier this month, repeating that the president sought to draw Croatia toward Moscow. But Ivan Grdešić, a professor of political science at Libertas International University in Zagreb, said … Read more
He has also taken Plenković to task for his pro-European stance, calling him a “fire-spewing badger” who is remote-controlled by Brussels and European Commission President “Ursula von der Leyen’s errand boy.” He has cast immigration as Croatia’s top challenge, accusing the ruling party of mismanaging it. Plenković, for his part, has sought to portray the … Read more
That’s setting off alarm bells in airline lobby groups and in the tourism ministries of sunny European countries that rely on airborne tourist traffic. “For a politician to say we’re doing this in the interest of the environment … that’s complete bullshit. That’s lying,” Walsh, director general of the International Air Transport Association airline lobby, … Read more
Serbian oil company Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS) faces financial sanctions from the United States as soon as next month because of its Russian ownership, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said late Friday. The U.K. and the EU would likely follow the U.S. in introducing sanctions against the company, Vučić said in an interview with Serbian broadcaster Informer … Read more
A NEW year is fast approaching and with it comes a fresh travel calendar of hot spots waiting to be explored. Airlines and tour operators are launching some exciting new destinations for 2025, from bucket-list cruises around Egypt to reindeer adventures in Norway. 7 The Sardinian coastal city of Olbia is just one of three … Read more
Nestled in the Adriatic Sea, the island of Vis is one of Croatia’s best-kept secrets. A world away from the bustling tourist hubs of Split and Dubrovnik, Vis offers a tranquil retreat for those seeking natural beauty, cultural charm, and a touch of adventure. With its hidden coves, lush vineyards, and the mesmerising Blue Cave, … Read more
Croatia’s “happy island” is one of its lesser-known treasures that truly shines in the winter months, offering a peaceful escape from the summer rush. While the island is a popular destination in the warmer season, the colder months reveal a more tranquil side, perfect for those looking to avoid the crowds. With its rich history, … Read more
