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Croatia is commemorating the 31st anniversary of Operation Storm, a pivotal event in its modern history, with extensive celebrations in Knin. President Zoran Milanović and Prime Minister Andrej Plenković are leading state and military officials in attending ceremonies, which include traditional parades and flag-raising, reflecting on the significance of Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day. Amidst the national commemorations, Tomo Medved, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Croatian Veterans, announced proposed legislative changes aimed at rectifying injustices for war veterans. Meanwhile, the country continues to grapple with an extreme heatwave, prompting warnings for high temperatures and concerns over drying rivers. Separately, a tragic motorcycle accident near Donji Miholjac resulted in one fatality. In positive news, football club Dinamo Zagreb secured a decisive victory, advancing closer to a playoff qualification in European competition. The government also revealed plans to significantly expand greenhouse and plastic tunnel cultivation areas by 2030 to boost domestic food production.

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Croatia is observing the 31st anniversary of Operation Storm, Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day, and Croatian Defenders Day with large-scale celebrations in Knin. President Zoran Milanović and Prime Minister Andrej Plenković, along with other state and military leaders including Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Ivan Anušić and Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces Tihomir Kundid, are attending the ceremonies, which include traditional parades and flag-raising…

tportal: Operation Storm Anniversary: Big Celebration Begins in Knin with Milanović and…

The 31st anniversary of Operation Storm and Croatia's Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day is being celebrated with a large event in Knin, attended by President Zoran Milanović and Prime Minister Andrej Plenković. The day includes traditional ceremonies, a military parade, and various cultural…

Jutarnji list: Live: Victory Day in Knin - Thousands Gather, State Leaders Attend Ceremony

Thousands of people, including the complete Croatian state leadership, are gathered in Knin for the Victory Day ceremony. The event features the raising of the Croatian flag and the national anthem, preceded by the ringing of church bells.

Večernji list: Galbraith knew Tuđman hated that plan: 'He said Krajina doesn't exist and…

This premium content story delves into a controversial plan, quoting Galbraith's assertion that Croatian President Tuđman disliked it and considered the Krajina region non-existent and the plan meaningless.

Telegram.hr: State and Military Leadership in Knin for Victory Day Celebration

Croatian state and military leaders gathered in Knin to celebrate Victory Day, with HDZ ministers highlighting the country's achievements. The event included a traditional early morning parade.

tportal: Three Guardsmen Made History: How They Took Down the Serbian Flag

This article details the historical moment when three guardsmen removed the Serbian flag from the Knin Fortress, a symbolic act during Operation Storm, and highlights the ongoing celebrations of Croatia's victory.

Jutarnji list: Ten Truths About 'Oluja'

A commentary by Vlado Vurušić delves into ten key aspects of the 'Oluja' military operation, examining its significance in Croatian history.

Večernji list: PHOTO Who all arrived in Knin despite the heat: Numerous politicians at the…

This news report, accompanied by photos, details the attendance of various politicians at the celebration of Operation Storm in Knin, noting the high temperatures.

Index.hr: Atmosphere in Knin, Milanović arrived. Mayor: 'I saw hell'

This story covers the arrival of President Milanović in Knin, with the mayor describing a dire situation, possibly related to recent events or challenges in the city.

tportal: Celebration Begins with a Reveille: Thousands Flock to Knin

The celebration of the 31st anniversary of Operation Storm, Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day, and Croatian Defenders Day has commenced in Knin with a traditional reveille, drawing thousands of visitors.

tportal: Anušić and Kundid Congratulate on Victory Day

Minister of Defense Ivan Anušić and Chief of the General Staff Tihomir Kundid extended congratulations on Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day and the 31st anniversary of Operation Storm, emphasizing Croatia's security and the importance of the operation.

Jutarnji list: Commentary: Serbian Side Wants to Be Victim, Not Admit Defeat

Žarko Puhovski analyzes the Serbian perspective on the 'Oluja' operation, stating that the Serbian side desires victimhood rather than acknowledging defeat, and that Belgrade has seemingly written off the so-called Krajina.

Jutarnji list: General's Recollection: 'Oluja' Operation Led to the Fall of Bihać

A general recounts the critical timing of the 'Oluja' operation, noting its impact on the liberation of Bihać and the reactions of Bosnian Serb leaders.

Telegram.hr: Kotromanović on Ministers' Stance Regarding Milanović

Former minister Kotromanović commented on ministers who opposed Milanović, suggesting Banožić and Božinović lacked emotional connection to the 'Oluja' operation, unlike Medved.

Tomo Medved, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Croatian Veterans, announced a significant legislative change for Croatian war veterans, aiming to correct injustices, in the lead-up to the anniversary of Operation Storm.

Večernji list: PROPOSED LAW: Ahead of the Storm commemoration, Medved announced an important…

Minister Mario Medved announced a significant legislative change for Croatian war veterans, aiming to correct injustices, in the lead-up to the anniversary of Operation Storm.

Two boys on a motorcycle crashed into a drainage ditch near Donji Miholjac, with one tragically succumbing to his injuries in the hospital.

Telegram.hr: Boys on Motorcycle Crash into Drainage Ditch, One Dies

Two boys on a motorcycle crashed into a drainage ditch near Donji Miholjac. One of them succumbed to his injuries in the hospital.

Croatia continues to experience an extreme heatwave, with warnings issued for high temperatures across the country and concerns about rivers drying up. While a drastic change in weather is anticipated, residents are urged to endure the current heat.

Index.hr: Entire Croatia in red, temperature at 8 AM. 'Two rivers will dry up'

The headline indicates a widespread drought or heatwave affecting Croatia, with significant temperature rises and concerns about rivers drying up.

tportal: Heatwave Continues: Extreme Heat Expected, Drastic Change Imminent

Croatia is experiencing extreme heat, with a warning issued for high temperatures across the country. The forecast suggests a drastic change in weather conditions is approaching, but for now, people are urged to endure the current heat.

Croatia has a plan to significantly increase its greenhouse and plastic tunnel cultivation areas by 2030 to boost domestic food production, but faces challenges with current figures.

Jutarnji list: Croatia Aims to Double Greenhouse Cultivation Area by 2030

Croatia has a plan to significantly increase its greenhouse and plastic tunnel cultivation areas by 2030 to boost domestic food production, but faces challenges with current figures.

Croatian football club Dinamo Zagreb achieved a significant 5-0 victory, bringing them closer to qualifying for a playoff for a top position in European competition and practically securing their spot in the Europa League.

Index.hr: Dinamo decisively defeated Litavci and came a step closer to the play-off for…

Croatian football club Dinamo Zagreb achieved a significant victory, bringing them closer to qualifying for a playoff for the top position.

tportal: Dinamo Secures Europa League: See Who Their Opponents Might Be

GNK Dinamo has practically secured their spot in the Europa League after a 5-0 victory. The article speculates on the potential strong opponents they might face in the competition.

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