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Croatia has been actively involved in supporting Ukraine on numerous fronts. Key areas include military and technical aid under NATO’s PURL initiative, where Croatia has committed €15 million to bolster Ukraine's defense. Additionally, Croatia facilitated discussions on energy cooperation, exploring routes for Ukrainian grain exports via its Adriatic ports. This collaboration extends to the field of defense, as highlighted by Croatia's consideration to transfer 14 Mi-8 helicopters. The arrest of Ukrainian suspect Zhuravlev in Croatia related to the Nord Stream sabotage adds a dimension of regional security concerns. Croatia's continuous dialogue with Ukrainian officials, including potential EU and NATO membership discussions, underscores its strategic support.
What is Croatia's role in supporting Ukraine against aggression?
Croatia supports Ukraine through financial aid, logistical assistance, and diplomatic efforts. It contributes to NATO's PURL initiative, allocates funds for military aid, and uses diplomatic channels to back Ukraine’s EU and NATO membership, strengthening security against Russian aggression.
How is Croatia involved in the Nord Stream investigation?
German investigators suspect a Ukrainian, Zhuravlev, of involvement in the Nord Stream sabotage. His arrest in Croatia while filming about the incident indicates Croatia's role in international investigations, underscoring regional security cooperation. The case unfolds against a backdrop of geopolitical complexities.
How does Croatia contribute to Ukraine's energy and infrastructure recovery?
Croatia aids Ukraine by providing €5 million for energy infrastructure restoration and exploring alternative grain export routes via Adriatic ports. Collaborations include strengthening Ukraine’s energy security and diversifying its energy sources, pivotal for post-war recovery and resilience.
What military support does Croatia offer to Ukraine?
Beyond financial contributions under NATO’s PURL, Croatia considers transferring military assets such as Mi-8 helicopters to Ukraine. This defense support aligns with Croatia's broader commitment to aid Ukraine with military and technical resources amidst ongoing conflict and defense needs.
How are Ukraine and Croatia enhancing diplomatic relations?
Ukraine and Croatia deepen diplomatic ties through high-level meetings addressing topics from defense collaboration to EU and NATO accession talks. Mutual understandings on regional security and strategic goals reflect their cooperative stance, enhancing political and economic partnerships.
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Croatian court authorizes extradition of Ukrainian Zhuravlov to Germany in "Nord Stream" case The District Court in the Croatian city of Pula has authorized the extradition of Ukrainian citizen Volodymyr Zhuravlov to Germany, where he is suspected of involvement in the explosions that damaged the Nord Stream and Nord Stream 2 gas pipelines. 1 058 11 Previously in trend: Blasts on Nord Stream pipelines
Croatian court postpones hearing on Zhuravlov’s extradition: Germany adds "war crime" charge to warrant A court hearing on the possible extradition of Ukrainian national Volodymyr Zhuravlov from Croatia to Germany in the case concerning the sabotage of the "Nord Stream" pipelines, scheduled for September 4, has been postponed. According to the defence, the reason was that Germany had updated the... 3 688 9 Previously in trend: Blasts on Nord Stream pipelines
Ukrainian Zhuravlev, suspected of blowing up "Nord Stream" pipelines, was detained while filming movie about sabotage, - media Volodymyr Zhuravlev, a Ukrainian national whom German investigators suspect of involvement in the sabotage of "Nord Stream", was arrested in Croatia on 19 August — whilst filming a Hollywood film about this act of sabotage. 3 496 19 Previously in trend: Blasts on Nord Stream pipelines
"Nord Stream" Sabotage: Another Ukrainian Detained in Croatia Another suspect has been arrested in Croatia in connection with the case involving the sabotage of the "Nord Stream" and "Nord Stream 2" gas pipelines. 3 026 20 Previously in trend: Blasts on Nord Stream pipelines
Zelenskyy signs decrees dismissing four more ambassadors On 6 August, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed decrees dismissing ambassadors to four countries. 3 866 29 Previously in trend: Diplomatic corps
Ukraine and Croatia strengthen cooperation in energy and post-war recovery, Svyrydenko says Prime Ministers of Ukraine and Croatia Yuliia Svyrydenko and Andrej Plenkovic held talks on strengthening energy security and expanding sources of energy supply. 985 2 Previously in trend: Cooperation of Ukraine and Croatia
Drone production: Underground plant to manufacture UAV components will be built in Ukraine Ukrainian miltech company General Cherry and Croatian drone manufacturer Orqa are launching serial production of European components in Ukraine. 66 0 Previously in trend: Drone industry
Croatia will join boycott of opening ceremony of 2026 Paralympics, - Minister of Tourism and Sports Glavina Representatives of the Croatian government will not participate in the opening ceremony of the 2026 Paralympic Games in Italy due to the admission of Russian and Belarusian athletes under their flags. 2 678 7 Previously in trend: Paralympics 2026
Plenković on Ukraine’s fast-tracked EU accession: It will open discussion on other candidate countries Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković believes that developing a new approach to Ukraine's accession to the EU is possible, but the complexity of this process should not be underestimated. 1 061 6 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s Membership in the EU Munich Security Conference 2026
Croatian PM Plenković says Ukraine should never de jure give up occupied territories Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković said that Ukraine should never de jure give up territories occupied by Russia, as this would amount to a reward for the aggressor. 1 166 10 Previously in trend: Territorial concessions Security guarantees for Ukraine
Croatia allocates €15m to supply weapons to Ukraine via PURL initiative The Croatian government has decided to join NATO’s Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) mechanism, allocating about €15 million for the procurement and delivery of military equipment for Ukraine. 515 1 Previously in trend: PURL program
$4.3 billion for Ukraine: Zelenskyy thanks countries participating in PURL program Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked Romania and Croatia for joining PURL and announcing their first contributions to the program. 797 4 Previously in trend: PURL program
Zelenskyy signed agreement with Croatia on cooperation in mine action President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy ratified the Agreement between the Governments of Ukraine and Croatia on cooperation in the field of mine action (No. 4661-IX). 494 3 Previously in trend: Cooperation of Ukraine and Croatia
Defense projects and veteran policy: Zelenskyy meets with Croatian Defense Minister Anušić President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Croatian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Ivan Anušić, who is visiting Kyiv. 576 1 Previously in trend: Cooperation of Ukraine and Croatia
Ukraine expects 14th and 15th military aid packages from Croatia by end of year - Shmyhal Croatia will provide Ukraine with the 14th and 15th aid packages by the end of this year. 680 5 Previously in trend: Cooperation of Ukraine and Croatia
Croatian Defence Minister Anušić arrives in Kyiv. PHOTO Today, 26 October, Croatian Defence Minister Ivan Anušić arrived in Ukraine on a visit. 1 987 6 Previously in trend: Cooperation of Ukraine and Croatia
Croatian President Milanovic is outraged by EU’s attitude toward Ukraine: These people seem to be obsessed Croatian President Zoran Milanovic said that the European Union is allegedly "obsessed" with Ukraine and treats it differently from other candidate countries. 7 607 26 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s Membership in the EU
Leaders of Greece, Croatia and Montenegro arrive at Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit in Odesa Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic, and Montenegrin President Aleksandar Milatovic are attending the Ukraine-Southeast Europe summit in Odesa on June 11. 1 049 1 Previously in trend: Summit
Zelenskyy and Croatian Prime Minister Plenković had conversation: they discussed negotiations with Russia President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a conversation with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic. 541 6
Zelenskyy and Croatian Prime Minister Plenkovic discuss further cooperation and peace initiatives President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Prime Minister of Croatia Andrej Plenkovic had a conversation on Friday, February 21. 560 5
Ukraine and Croatia to set up joint working group to track Russian shadow fleet - Shmyhal The Prime Ministers of Ukraine and Croatia, Denys Shmyhal and Andrej Plenkovic, discussed the importance of creating a joint working group to monitor and counteract the activities of the Russian shadow fleet, which actively circumvents international sanctions. 406 4
Ukraine needs more sanctions and military aid as Russia increases military budget by 25% - Shmyhal Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal emphasized the need for additional support from international partners after Russia increased its military budget by 25%. 1 038 12
Croatian Prime Minister Plenkovic announces a new package of military and technical assistance to Ukraine Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal said that today, January 29, Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic announced during a meeting that a new package of military and technical assistance to Ukraine was being prepared. 839 2
Shmyhal arrives in Croatia: talks on energy and demining are planned. PHOTO Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal arrives in Zagreb for meetings with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic and Parliament Speaker Gordan Jandrokovic. 635 5
Zelenskyy meets with Plenkovic: security guarantees and defense cooperation discussed President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic to discuss the need to strengthen Ukraine's position. 854 6
Croatia will buy 50 Leopard 2A8s from Germany and give 60 of its tanks and IFVs to Ukraine Croatia intends to transfer 30 M-84 tanks and 30 M-80 infantry fighting vehicles to Ukraine. Instead, Zagreb will purchase 50 new Leopard 2A8 tanks from Germany. 5 995 37 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine
Combat work of mobile MLRS "RAK-SA-12" unit of "Pomsta" border brigade: "Bang, bang! Can you hear it? Paradise for ears!". VIDEO Border guards from the "Pomsta" brigade published a video with fragments of the combat operation of a Croatian-made "RAK-SA-12" MLRS. 5 569 8 Previously in trend: War
Prime Minister Plenkovic: Croatia supports Ukraine’s accession to EU and NATO Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic has expressed full support for Ukraine's aspirations to join the EU and NATO. 790 2
Ukraine and Croatia signed agreement on long-term support and cooperation - Zelenskyy. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Prime Minister of Croatia Andrej Plenkovic 993 6
Zelenskyy has arrived in Croatia: Will discuss implementation of "Peace Formula" with partners. PHOTOS On Wednesday, 9 October, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Croatia to participate in the third "Ukraine-Southeast Europe" Summit. 1 539 16
Zelenskyy will visit Croatia today: Will participate in "Ukraine-Southeast Europe" Summit On Wednesday, October 9, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will arrive on a visit to Croatia to take part in a summit with the Balkan countries. 998 14
Croatian President Milanović opposes participation of his country’s army in NATO mission to support Ukraine Croatian President Zoran Milanović did not allow the Croatian army to participate in NATO's Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine (NSATU). 4 182 29
Croatia provides Ukraine with new military aid package and EUR 5 million for energy restoration Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announced a new military aid package for Ukraine during his visit to Kyiv on 11 September. Zagreb is also allocating €5 million for Ukraine's energy infrastructure. 1 390 2 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine
Hungary refuses to import oil through Croatia: says it is unreliable Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto considers unacceptable the EU's proposal to use oil transit from Croatia instead of Lukoil's, which was blocked by Ukraine. 6 844 62
Croatia offers to transport oil to Hungary and Slovakia - Prime Minister Plenković Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković has sent a letter to the prime ministers of Hungary and Slovakia, as well as to the head of the European Commission, informing them that Croatia and its oil pipeline operator JANAF are ready to transport oil to Hungary and Slovakia. 6 316 13
Croatia calls on Serbia to align its policy on war in Ukraine with EU’s position The Croatian Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs rejected Serbia’s accusations of interference in its internal affairs and called on the country to align its policy with the EU’s common foreign and security policy regarding Belgrade’s position on Russian aggression against Ukraine. 1 101 1 Previously in trend: War
Pavao Vujnovac: the Russian connection There are Russian enablers in Croatia, such as Pavao Vujnovac, advancing Moscow’s interests in the Balkans, writes Tetiana Nikolayenko in her article published on Censor.net. 1 057 0
Croatia will provide Ukraine with new military aid package worth 30 million euros Croatia will allocate a new package of military aid to Ukraine in the amount of 30 million euros. Issues of assistance in demining and export of Ukrainian grain are also currently being discussed. 1 731 2 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine
Croatia has confirmed its readiness to provide ports on Danube and Adriatic Sea for transportation of Ukrainian grain, - Zelensky held meeting with Prime Minister Plenkovich The President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with the Prime Minister of Croatia Andrey Plenkovich as part of his participation in the "Ukraine – Balkans" summit in Athens. 839 4
Ukraine and Croatia discuss routes to ports for export of grain. PHOTO Mykola Solskyi, Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food of Ukraine, met with Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović, Advisor to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Croatia, to discuss grain exports from Ukraine through Croatian ports. 1 245 2
Croatia allocates EUR 1 million for demining of agricultural land in Ukraine Croatia has allocated 1 million euros to UN World Food Program (WFP) to help restore operations in regions most affected by explosive ordnance. 497 6
Ukraine will use Croatian ports to export grain, - Kuleba. PHOTO During the visit of Croatian Foreign Minister Gordon Girlych-Radman, Ukraine and Croatia agreed to export Ukrainian grain through Croatian ports on the Danube and in the Adriatic Sea. 2 327 4 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine
This fall, Croatia will host conference on demining Ukraine Croatia will hold a conference on demining Ukraine. It will take place on October 11 and 12 in Zagreb. 790 3 Previously in trend: Support for Ukraine
Croatia recognized Holodomor as genocide of Ukrainian people The Croatian Parliament adopted a declaration recognizing the Holodomor of 1932-1933 as genocide of the Ukrainian people. 1 089 5
Croatia recognized Holodomor as genocide of Ukrainian people The Croatian government today supported the initiative of the parliament to recognize the Holodomor as genocide of the Ukrainian people. 1 424 5 Previously in trend: Support for Ukraine
Croatia is considering transferring 14 Mi-8 helicopters to Ukraine, - Defense Minister Banožić The Croatian government is considering the transfer of 14 Mi-8 helicopters to Ukraine. 2 478 9 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine War
Crimean platform should promote recognition of Russia as a sponsor of terrorism - Stefanchuk During first Parliamentary Summit of International Crimean Platform it is necessary to unite efforts for recognizing Russia as a State Sponsor of Terrorism. 820 9 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War
Croatia has proposed ports on Adriatic Sea to transport Ukrainian grain Croatia's Adriatic ports may offer an alternative route for transporting grain from Ukraine, whose Black Sea ports remain blocked. 2 946 8
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