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New Corruption Allegations Emerge; Controversial Ruling Sparks Outcry

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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New Corruption Scandals Uncovered

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.

Controversial Judicial Ruling in Sexual Assault Case

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'.

Zagreb Faces Potential Strike and Migration Concerns

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.

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