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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Foreign Office issues ‘violence' warning to sunny EU country loved by Brits
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its travel advice for Brits heading to Croatia this summer with a warning over safety at big events Brits heading to Croatia have been given a fresh warning of 'violence' by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). Croatia remains a top destination for holidaymakers and city break enthusiasts, boasting stunning landscapes and a vibrant cultural scene. Visitors can explore historic cities like Dubrovnik, Split, and Zadar, as well as numerous islands, offering a wealth of exciting experiences. It's clearly a big hit with Brits, with 800,000 UK travellers visiting there each year, keen to take advantage of the excellent weather, the beautiful Dalmatian Coast and the friendliness of locals. However, the FCDO has issued a warning for anyone planning to visit the country. "Large gatherings and public events are overwhelmingly safe and peaceful in Croatia, including sporting events," the advice reads. "However, there are periodic cases of violence between football fans around matches. Care should be taken near football stadiums around match times." Tourists have been advised to avoid large crowds, stay informed about local developments through local media, and follow any instructions from the police. If you feel uncomfortable, it is recommended to leave the area immediately. While Croatia is a largely peaceful and safe country, it is also one with a population that has an intense love of football. Broadly speaking, the nation is split in its allegiance between Dinamo Zagreb and Hadjuk Split. Last month violence broke out when the Capital's premier team triumphed 3-1 over their rivals. Just shy of 150 fans were detained by police following the brawl, the Associated Press reported in May, while four fans were injured, including two seriously, and one policeman was also hurt, medical officials said. Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic said the fight was 'setting a bad example to the youth and has nothing to do with either Hajduk or Dinamo.' The FCDO has previously issued travel advice for those heading to Croatia, which remains a largely safe country where tourists are generally treated well. "Tourists have been overcharged at certain 'gentlemen's clubs', sometimes by thousands of euros, and threatened with violence if they refuse to pay. Pickpockets operate in tourist areas. Avoid carrying large sums of cash, do not leave valuables unattended and use hotel safes if possible," reads the Foreign Office advice. Mirror Travel recently visited Dubrovnik, which sits on the Dalmatian Coast and is the most popular tourist destination in Croatia. It has seen its tourism fortunes rocket in recent years, fuelled by its starring role in Game of Thrones. With great popularity comes great responsibility, as local politicians in the city explained. Mayor Franković welcomed the Mirror to his palace and explained the work he was doing to control the crowds, including helping to pass federal legislation restricting taxi licenses in the UNESCO Old Town to 700. The camera system set up to police it will be switched on later this year—a delay from the scheduled March 1 after a boulder fell from the mountain above the Old Town, killing a van driver and triggering some urgent cliff stabilisation works.
The Star
15-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Chinese-built Croatia's largest solar power project breaks ground
KORLAT, Croatia, May 15 (Xinhua) -- The groundbreaking ceremony for Croatia's largest photovoltaic power project, to be constructed by Chinese companies, was held Thursday in Korlat. Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic expressed hope that the Korlat solar project would further deepen cooperation and enhance ties between the two countries. The project, located in Korlat, a small settlement within the city of Benkovac in Zadar County, will be constructed by a Chinese consortium, consisting of China's Norinco International Cooperation Ltd. (Norinco International) and the Shandong Electric Power Engineering Consulting Institute. In his speech at the ceremony, Plenkovic also highlighted the successful collaboration on the Chinese-built Senj Wind Farm and expressed his pleasure in renewing cooperation with Chinese partner companies. For his part, Chinese Ambassador to Croatia Qi Qianjin said that the Korlat project would significantly boost regional economic development, create jobs, improve livelihoods, and support Croatia's energy transition and green development. He expressed his hope that Norinco International would earnestly fulfill its responsibilities as the contractor, operate in compliance with regulations, and deliver another high-quality project that satisfies all parties. In October last year, the consortium won the tender to build the Korlat solar power project, with an installed capacity of 99 megawatts. Upon completion, it is expected to generate 165 million kilowatt-hours of green electricity annually, meeting the electricity needs of approximately 50,000 households, while also reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 150,000 tons per year. The project is scheduled to be connected to the grid in April 2026.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Croatian police detain 140 fans in brawl between rival groups before game
ZAGREB, Croatia (AP) — Croatian police detained more than 140 people Saturday following a brawl between rival hooligan groups that left several people injured. Croatian media reported that the fight in the coastal town of Split had been pre-arranged ahead of the match between Dinamo Zagreb and Hajduk Split. Advertisement Police said they reacted swiftly and prevented further clashes while bringing in 146 people who are facing potential criminal charges. Four fans were injured, including two seriously, and one policeman was also hurt, medical officials said. Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic said the fight was 'setting a bad example to the youth and has nothing to do with either Hajduk or Dinamo.' The two clubs are biggest rivals in Croatia and clashes between their fans are routinely reported ahead of their matches. ___ AP soccer:
Associated Press
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Croatian police detain 140 fans in brawl between rival groups before game
ZAGREB, Croatia (AP) — Croatian police detained more than 140 people Saturday following a brawl between rival hooligan groups that left several people injured. Croatian media reported that the fight in the coastal town of Split had been pre-arranged ahead of the match between Dinamo Zagreb and Hajduk Split. Police said they reacted swiftly and prevented further clashes while bringing in 146 people who are facing potential criminal charges. Four fans were injured, including two seriously, and one policeman was also hurt, medical officials said. Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic said the fight was 'setting a bad example to the youth and has nothing to do with either Hajduk or Dinamo.' The two clubs are biggest rivals in Croatia and clashes between their fans are routinely reported ahead of their matches. ___ AP soccer:
Bloomberg
20-03-2025
- Politics
- Bloomberg
Bosnia Climbs Up EU Agenda as Serb Secession Talk Stokes Worry
Bosnia-Herzegovina was added to the agenda at a European Union summit as alarm among leaders mounted that a potential disintegration of the war-scarred Balkan nation could unleash turmoil in southeastern Europe. Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic said he would raise Bosnia as its Serb leader, Milorad Dodik, threatens to secede — placing the issue alongside assistance to Ukraine, grappling with US President Donald Trump and upgrading the bloc's economy as leaders met in Brussels Thursday.
