Parliament Debates Gospić Waste Amidst Tensions; Weather Alert Issued
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Croatia's political landscape is dominated by an extraordinary parliamentary session convened to tackle the contentious issue of hazardous waste in Gospić. The debate has been marked by high tensions, opposition protests, and sharp exchanges between political figures, including President Zoran Milanović and Parliament Speaker Gordan Jandroković. Concerns over potential health impacts, such as increased cancer rates, are at the forefront for local residents.
Adding to the day's events, a severe weather alert has been issued for the country, with forecasts predicting storms, hail, and potential tornadoes across Europe, including Croatia. Meanwhile, in unrelated news, details have emerged regarding football star Luka Modrić's plans to build a new villa.
Further domestic stories include the postponement of former minister Gabrijela Žalac's jail sentence for corruption, an investigation into over 55,000 euros missing from Jadrolinija funds, and a fire raging near the BiH-Dubrovnik border. An incident involving a mother from Serbia claiming detention in Šibenik over a photograph has also drawn attention.