Latest news in Croatia? September 27th, 2026

Here are the key news headlines and developments in Croatia around September 27, 2026:

• Border Tragedy on the Kupa River: Croatian police and emergency services reported that five people drowned while attempting to cross the Kupa River along the Croatia–Slovenia border southwest of Zagreb. Five others were rescued by authorities and local bystanders, while fourteen individuals successfully reached Slovenian territory.

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• Nations League Victory: The Croatian national football team opened their UEFA Nations League campaign with a 2–1 victory against Czechia in Prague. Captain Luka Modrić scored just after half-time, followed by a second-half header from Marco Pašalić, securing three points and marking a successful start for Slaven Bilić’s return as head coach.

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• Energy and Climate Reforms: The government continues discussions surrounding long-term energy security following intense summer heatwaves. Priority initiatives advancing late this month include non-binding talks on nuclear energy integration, a new 38-million-euro residential solar and battery storage subsidy package, and legislative amendments to reform the electricity market and protect vulnerable consumers.

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• Public Pushback on Waste Management: Debate remains heated nationwide over industrial waste disposal, following protests in Zagreb earlier in the month demanding stricter oversight, remediation, and import controls after illicit dumping sites were uncovered in central Croatia.

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