Graft admissions, stadium protests, drug arrests dominate
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New corruption revelations are dominating the headlines, with former state secretary Josipa Rimac admitting guilt in a high-profile corruption case. This comes alongside fresh allegations of significant overpayments at the Croatian National Theatre in Split and a court confirming misconduct in a €40 million water supply scandal that impacts Zagreb's Mayor Tomislav Tomašević.
Public discontent is also rising over the proposed new Maksimir stadium project, with a petition launched to protest the plans. Meanwhile, a major drug bust on the A1 highway saw a footballer apprehended with 14 kilograms of marijuana, adding to the day's prominent domestic news.
These developments underscore ongoing challenges with corruption and public accountability, while also highlighting new points of public debate and law enforcement actions within the country.