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Thousands of protesters from the Lika region have converged on Zagreb today for the 'Hod za Liku' (Walk for Lika) protest, bringing the ongoing waste management crisis directly to the nation's capital. Buses filled with participants arrived throughout the morning, culminating in a torchlight procession and the unfurling of a large banner in Zagreb's main square. Organizers have formally presented a list of seven demands to the government, setting specific deadlines for their fulfillment, emphasizing the widespread opposition to environmental pollution. The protest highlights a deepening environmental scandal in Lika, which has galvanized citizens across Croatia to demand protection for their land, water, and air. The movement has also garnered support from numerous Croatian celebrities. Meanwhile, Minister Marija Vučković, the Minister for Environmental Protection and Green Transition, addressed her position amidst the demonstration, stating she is 'here'. In other domestic news, a critical analysis has emerged concerning a prominent Croatian political figure, portraying them as a 'perfect leader of conservative Croatia' despite accusations of wartime evasion, assault, and financial impropriety. Separately, there's been a significant shake-up in the media landscape with the sale of N1 and Motus Media joining the Alpaca Capital Group.

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A large-scale protest, 'Hod za Liku,' has taken place in Zagreb, with thousands of citizens from the Lika region arriving to protest the ongoing waste crisis. Protesters marched with torches, unfurled a large banner, and formally presented seven demands to the government, setting deadlines for action on environmental protection. The event has drawn widespread attention and celebrity support.

Index.hr: Protestors Arrive in Zagreb, Banner Unveiled

Buses from across Croatia are arriving for the 'Hod za Liku' protest, which includes a torchlight procession in Lika and the unfurling of a large banner in Zagreb's main square.

tportal: Waste Bomb in Lika: Scandal Moving to Zagreb Streets

An environmental scandal involving waste management in Lika, which began with 1750 trucks, is now moving to the streets of Zagreb with a protest.

Večernji list: PHOTO/VIDEO: People from Lika march with torches, first protesters already in…

People from the Lika region have started marching with torches towards Zagreb, with some protesters already arriving in the capital. A defender named Jozo emphasizes the importance of defending the homeland in peacetime.

Telegram.hr: Large Protest in Zagreb: People from Lika March with Torches, Present Demands…

A significant protest is taking place in Zagreb, with residents from the Lika region marching with torches and presenting a list of seven demands to the government. The event is being covered live.

Index.hr: Protest Organizers Present Seven Demands to Government

Ahead of the protest, organizers have submitted a list of seven demands to the Croatian government, setting deadlines for their fulfillment.

tportal: Trash Unites Left and Right: Major Zagreb Protest Begins

A significant protest is launching in Zagreb, aiming to unite different political factions over the issue of waste management in Lika.

tportal: LIVE: First Buses from Lika Arrive in Zagreb, Atmosphere Outside Lisinski

Live updates on the arrival of buses from the Lika region in Zagreb for a protest, detailing the atmosphere and preparations.

Jutarnji list: Live: Major Protest for Lika in Zagreb, Thousands Expected

A live report on a large protest in Zagreb demanding government action on issues concerning the Lika region, with thousands of participants expected and a list of demands submitted.

Večernji list: Is Lika just the beginning? Citizens from all over Croatia raise their voices…

This story expands on the Lika protest, indicating it's not an isolated event. Citizens from various parts of Croatia are expressing their opposition to environmental pollution, demanding protection for their land, water, and air.

Index.hr: Celebrities Support 'Walk for Lika' Protest

Numerous Croatian celebrities, including Severina, Rozga, Višnjić, Urban, and Nives Celzijus, are publicly supporting the 'Hod za Liku' event.

Index.hr: Update: Atmosphere from the Bus, Lika Residents Entering Zagreb

Live updates describe the atmosphere within the buses carrying protesters from Lika as they make their way to Zagreb.

tportal: Seven Demands from Gospić to Government

Residents of the Lika region have presented seven specific demands to the government, with proposed deadlines, concerning the waste issue.

tportal: Minister Vučković Addresses Resignation Ahead of Protest

Minister Vučković commented on her position amidst the ongoing waste protest in Gospić, stating she is 'here'.

Telegram.hr: Jakuševec, Lika Potatoes, and Mockery: How Ruling Majority Members Tried to…

This political and crime report discusses bizarre statements made regarding environmental issues, specifically mentioning 'Lika potatoes' and 'mockery,' in the context of Gospić, and frames it as an 'ecocide' issue.

A critical analysis has been published regarding an unnamed Croatian political figure, accusing them of evading military service during wartime, assaulting a woman in a club, and accepting money from Mamić. The analysis portrays this individual as the 'perfect leader of conservative Croatia'.

Jutarnji list: Disgraced Leader: Escaped War, Beat Woman, Took Mamić's Money

A critical analysis of a Croatian political figure accused of escaping during wartime, assaulting a woman in a club, and taking money from Mamić, portraying him as the 'perfect leader of conservative Croatia'.

Significant changes in Croatian and regional media ownership are under investigation, with N1 being sold and Motus Media now part of the Alpaca Capital Group.

Jutarnji list: Media Shake-up: N1 Sold, Motus Media in Alpaca Capital Group

An investigation into significant ownership changes in Croatian and regional media outlets, exploring the reasons behind the shifts.

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