Constitutional Court faces blockade as four judges depart
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Croatia's Constitutional Court is at risk of a complete blockade after four judges reportedly left the collegium, with a potentially bizarre reason suspected. This development marks a significant challenge to the country's judicial system.
Politically, Prime Minister Andrej Plenković faces a difficult situation regarding Deputy Speaker Ivan Penava, with uncertainty about forming a new government if Penava is lost. The ruling Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) is already developing strategies, indicating that Penava has chosen a definitive path expected to unfold by year-end. Meanwhile, new corruption allegations have surfaced concerning the husband of an accused regional governor, who allegedly built a building with two partners, with one investing only €2100.
Further domestic news includes severe weather warnings with possible floods expected across certain regions. The city of Split saw fake 'wanted' posters appear, some targeting former ministers Vili Beroš, Mario Banožić, and Gabrijela Žalac. Additionally, a retired HVO non-commissioned officer was severely beaten after attackers reportedly took issue with a symbol on his shirt, and a prominent psychotherapist is accused of smuggling 'LSD for businessmen' into Zagreb. Tourists visiting Dubrovnik are also reportedly receiving substantial fines, and Zagreb experienced significant traffic chaos after a car fell onto tram tracks near Cibona.