Croatia

Croatian police find bodies of four migrants near Slovene border, aid 15 others

The police determined that the migrants were taken in a cargo vehicle by an unknown driver and left at the Slovenian border after having been subject to "inhumane conditions" during the drive.

|ByREUTERS
Migrants from Bangladesh stand in the woods near Velika Kladusa, Bosnia and Herzegovina, September 30, 2020. Hundreds of migrants from Asia, the Middle East and North Africa set up makeshift camps in Bosnian woods near the border with Croatia, attempting to cross into the European Union where they h
An El Al Boeing 787 Dreamliner; illustrative.

El Al to launch new Europe, Asia routes in first expansion since October 7

"The new routes will provide an optimal solution for business travelers," according to the company, "and will strengthen economic ties between Israel and Asia.”

|ByESTHER DAVIS
YAIR KRAVITS (right) and Team Israel were badly outplayed by both and Germany and Croatia in their opening two matches to 2027 World Cup qualifying.

Israel struggles in World Cup qualifiers, faces 'uphill battle' after disastrous opening window

Playing the “home” game in Riga is obviously not ideal for Israel, but the squad has faced this challenge since the outbreak of the war in October 2023.

|ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN
MAKING HIS first national team appearance since 2022, Tamir Blatt reenters the fold at a pivotal moment as Israel begins its push toward the 2027 World Cup.

Israel opens World Cup qualifying campaign with tough tests vs. Germany, Croatia

“We are about to launch the next campaign that is very significant for Israeli basketball and for all of us,” noted Beit Halachmi. “It’s a very big challenge, but also a huge opportunity."

|ByJOSHUA HALICKMAN

Pro-Nazi singer sells out Zagreb arena as Croatia’s collaborationist past sheds its taboo

Marko Perkovic, a Croatian singer who goes by Thompson, known for his Nazi sympathies, has sold more than 500,000 tickets for an outdoor concert in July.

MAY 1, 2025ByLARRY LUXNER/JTA
Jewish gravestones at the Mirogoj cemetery in Zagreb are interspersed with those of Catholics, Muslims, Protestants and others. Jews have been buried here since 1878.

A new paradise for Israelis: Direct flights to Croatia’s hidden gem

A tourism wholesaler offers vacations in Zadar with beautiful beaches, rich history, and access to the Dalmatian Islands, starting at $450 per person—ideal for families and couples year-round.

MARCH 15, 2025ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
Zadar

7,000-year-old findings in Ratina Cave, Croatia reveal Neolithic life on Šćedro Island

This confirms the thesis that during the Neolithic period, there were developed trade and maritime networks connecting Hvar, Korčula, Pelješac, and the wider eastern Adriatic region.

MARCH 2, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
7,000-year-old findings in Ratina Cave, Croatia reveal Neolithic life on Šćedro Island.

Discover Croatia’s Hidden Gems from the Sea

FEBRUARY 10, 2025ByISAAC KAPLAN

Decapitated, died from head injuries: Knights Templar site yields mysterious 'vampire' burial

"Unlike the aristocratic vampires known for their pale skin and slender figures, vampires from Balkan folklore were often described as bloated, long-nailed, and having a ruddy or dark complexion."

FEBRUARY 3, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Decapitated, twisted, died from head injuries: Knights Templar site yields mysterious 'vampire' burial in Croatia.

Grapevine October 18, 2024: What’s good for America

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

OCTOBER 19, 2024ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
THE DELEGATION from the Jewish National Fund-USA

Fly to Croatia this summer - the recommended Adriatic Sea destination

Discover Croatia's beauty: Stunning landscapes, rich culture, exquisite cuisine, vibrant nightlife, and warm locals make it a must-visit destination this summer.

JULY 2, 2024ByIN COOPERATION WITH THE CROATIAN NATIONAL AIRLINE

Are there still pieces of land unclaimed by any country?

Unclaimed pieces of land known as Terra Nullius still exist around the globe.

AUGUST 6, 2023ByWALLA!
Satellite image from the International Space Station (during Expedition 14) of Gornja Siga in 2007.

Why is this Croatian city banning tourists' wheeled suitcases?

Mayor Mato Frankovic instilled the ban, as part of the "Respect the City" initiative, with an attached fine of Rs 23630 (approximately 1,067.68 NIS or $287.83 USD) for breaching the ban.

JULY 2, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A general view of Dubrovnik, Croatia June 7, 2022. Picture taken with a drone on June 7, 2022.

Israeli choreography lights up Independence Day celebrations in Croatia

JUNE 13, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF