Croatia
Vatican Finds Priest Guilty, Croatian Bishops' Conference Delays Punishment
The Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith sent the investigation results and instructions for disciplinary proceedings back in April, yet the Croatian Bishops' Conference has not made a decision after more than three months.
Travel
Three Hidden Oases on the Brijuni Islands
Brijuni National Park hides a Mediterranean Garden, the Church of St. Germanus with untouched frescoes, and an ancient fish pond that has become a key habitat for marine life.
Crime
Pole Suspected of Three Crimes in Međugorje: Set Altar on Fire and Damaged Statue of Our Lady
Prosecutor's Office of BiH Took Over the Case of 31-Year-Old Bartłomiej Włodzimierz Krakowiak, Suspected by Police of Inciting Religious Hatred, Damaging Religious Objects, and Causing General Danger.
Culture
Josipa Lisac Thrills at Orsula, First String Instrument Workshop Opened in Dubrovnik
Concert of the Music Diva at the Packed Amphitheater and Historic Opening of the Workshop at the Church of Our Lady of Karmen Marked the Summer in Dubrovnik
Crime
State Prosecutor's Office of BiH Takes Over Case of Polish Man (31) Suspected of Vandalism in Međugorje
During the night, statue of Our Lady desecrated and altar set on fire, prosecutor's office announces motion for detention. Attacks condemned by Krišto, Palić, and other institutions.
Local
Zagreb State Attorney's Office Confirms: We Are Handling the Abuse Case at the Šalata Seminary; Tomić: 'His Brothers Are More Odious'
Local
Suspect Arrested for Desecration in Medjugorje: Local Ivo Ran Barefoot and Jumped on Fugitive
Croatia
Lovren Condemns Vandalism in Medjugorje: 'Holy Places Are Not to Be Touched!'
Crime
Suspect Arrested for Desecration of Virgin Mary Statue and Altar Fire in Međugorje
Local
Vandal Attack in Medjugorje: Statues of Our Lady Desecrated and Altar Set on Fire, Shrine Remains Open
The Medjugorje Parish Office stated that the regular prayer program continues without interruption, while police investigate the attack that occurred in the early morning hours of July 28, 2026.
Local
Grlić Radman Condemns Vandalism in Međugorje: Cameras Captured Altar Arson
Foreign Minister Fiercely Condemns Desecration of Religious Sites, Calling It a Deep Insult to Believers.
World
Medjugorje Parish Office After Vandalism: Respond with Prayer, Fasting, and Forgiveness
Unknown perpetrators desecrated a statue of the Virgin Mary and damaged the altar of St. James Church; the Interreligious Council condemned the attack and demanded an investigation.