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Fresh corruption allegations have emerged within Croatia, with investigations launched into the misuse of company vehicles in Split, leading to dismissals and warnings. Concurrently, a deputy mayor in Vinkovci has come forward, detailing her eviction from office after exposing a 'million-euro scandal' and subsequently leaving the ruling Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) party. The country's judiciary is also under scrutiny following a controversial court ruling in a sexual assault case in Zagreb, where a judge questioned the victim's claims due to intoxication, leading to a 'not guilty' verdict for the suspect. Meanwhile, Zagreb faces potential paralysis as workers threaten to strike, with negotiations currently underway to avert widespread disruption. Separately, Minister Davor Božinović addressed concerns regarding new regulations that could potentially make Croatia a focal point for illegal migration. On a brighter note, Croatia's hospitality sector received international recognition as twelve hotels were included in the latest Michelin guide.

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Two new corruption scandals have emerged. In Split, a manager was dismissed and four employees received warnings following an investigation into the misuse of company vehicles for illicit activities, which was uncovered through GPS tracking. Separately, the deputy mayor of Vinkovci was evicted from her office after exposing a 'million-euro scandal' and subsequently leaving the ruling HDZ party, claiming the eviction was an act of revenge.

Jutarnji list: Big Scandal in Split: Company Cars Used for Secret Deals, Exposed by GPS

A manager has been dismissed and four workers received warnings following an investigation into the misuse of company vehicles for illicit activities, uncovered by GPS tracking. Money allegedly went directly into their pockets.

Telegram.hr: Deputy Mayor: 'This is revenge, but it won't stop here'

The deputy mayor of Vinkovci was evicted from her office after pointing out a million-euro scandal and leaving the ruling HDZ party, and she has now spoken out about the situation.

A judge in Zagreb has sparked controversy by questioning a sexual assault victim's claims due to her intoxication in a case where a 24-year-old man allegedly dragged a girl into a club's restroom and began undressing, ultimately ruling the suspect 'not guilty'.

Jutarnji list: Scandalous Decision: Judge Questions Victim's Claims in Sexual Assault Case

A 24-year-old man allegedly dragged a girl into a WC in a Zagreb club and began undressing, but the judge questioned the victim's claims due to her intoxication, ruling the suspect 'not guilty'.

Zagreb is facing the threat of a workers' strike that could paralyze the city, with ongoing negotiations to resolve the dispute. Separately, Davor Božinović, Minister of the Interior and Deputy Prime Minister of Croatia, addressed concerns that new regulations might transform the country into a hotspot for illegal migration.

Večernji list: Zagreb Faces Paralysis: Potential Strike by Workers

Zagreb is facing potential paralysis as workers are threatening to strike, with negotiations currently underway.

tportal: Will Croatia become a hotspot for illegal migrants due to new rules? Božinović…

Minister Davor Božinović addresses concerns about new regulations potentially making Croatia a focal point for illegal migration.

Marija Vučković, the HDZ Minister of Environmental Protection and Green Transformation, expressed pride in the state's response to the ongoing Gospić waste case, contrasting it with political opponents.

Telegram.hr: Minister proud of state reaction to Gospić case: 'We are flying compared to…'

An HDZ minister expressed pride in the state's response to the Gospić case, contrasting it with political opponents.

A football match between Spain and Croatia has been officially designated as high-risk due to potential security concerns. In other sports news, the son of a former Hajduk player has chosen to represent Slovenia, a decision celebrated by Slovenian sports media.

Index.hr: Match Between Spain and Croatia Declared High-Risk

A football match scheduled to take place between Spain and Croatia has been officially classified as high-risk, indicating potential security concerns.

tportal: Son of former Hajduk player chooses Slovenia; neighbours celebrate 'stealing a…

A young footballer, son of a former Hajduk player, has opted to represent Slovenia, a decision that has led to celebration among Slovenian sports media.

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