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The news on Telegram.hr focuses on domestic Croatian politics and crime, with several articles detailing corruption, ongoing strikes, and political commentary. International financial markets are also briefly mentioned. A prominent story covers arrests related to earthquake reconstruction fraud in…
Authorities have made arrests in Banija in connection with a large-scale fraud scheme during the reconstruction efforts following the earthquake, where money was allegedly claimed for objects that were not damaged.
Professor Rimac analyzes the current decision-making process within the ruling HDZ party and the challenges facing the opposition, stating that the current leader, Plenković, is a spent force and cannot recover politically.
Zagreb's mayor, Tomislav Tomašević, addressed the aftermath of a strike, acknowledging the lingering impact on everyone involved and expressing hope for a fresh start.
A commentary piece argues that public sector salaries in Croatia should be made public, similar to Slovenia, to allow citizens to assess the justification of strikes and understand the compensation of public employees.
The article explains that while there's a public perception that salary secrecy is ending in Croatia, the reality is more nuanced, and there are specific conditions and limitations to this change.
Croatia's Ombudsman has announced a shift towards greater salary transparency, enabling individuals to compare their earnings based on gender and specific job roles.
A sports commentary speculates on the potential end of Cristiano Ronaldo's international career, suggesting his final goal for Portugal might have been the one scored against Croatia during the World Cup.
Croatian national football team coach Zlatko Dalić has shared his thoughts ahead of the semi-final matches, stating pride in the team's achievements so far but also expressing ambition for further success.
Former minister Gabrijela Žalac has reportedly been denied parole for business-related reasons and remains in detention.
