Latest news in Croatia? September 28th, 2026

Major news developments in Croatia include:

• Major Public Sector Strike in Zagreb: A significant strike began early this morning across key municipal services in Zagreb. Workers from Zagreb’s public transport operator (ZET) and the municipal waste management company (Čistoća) walked out, causing severe disruption. Most tram and bus lines throughout the capital have been suspended, and standard household waste collection is halted, with only limited emergency routes and critical services (such as waste removal for hospitals and kindergartens) currently operating.

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• Eurostat Tourism Milestones: New Eurostat figures show Croatia ranking first in the European Union for tourist overnight stays relative to population size. The data records roughly 24,465 overnight tourist stays per 1,000 residents annually, placing Croatia at the top of the per capita accommodation rankings.

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• Severe Agricultural Drought Impact: Croatian agricultural authorities and producers report substantial sector-wide strain following an extended drought period across key farming regions, severely hitting crop yields and arable land, even as livestock feed collection attempts to mitigate shortages.

• Public Infrastructure & Investment: Final preparations are underway in Bjelovar for the official opening of the country’s newest major thermal spa complex, marking one of the region’s largest municipal tourism and wellness investments.