AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoWildfires in Croatia and across Europe: A major blaze in the Omiš area has killed at least one person and injured dozens, with around 1,200 residents and tourists evacuated; by Saturday morning the situation was calmer, but firefighters and Red Cross teams are still supporting people affected by trauma and damage. Local Safety & Response: In Pelješac, 250 firefighters and 73 vehicles are battling the fire near Kuna Pelješka, with flames pushed away from buildings and crews working to extinguish remaining hotspots; a historic church was destroyed and firefighters defended a nearby monastery. Housing Support in Dubrovnik: The City of Dubrovnik is boosting grants for young families and young residents by 50% to €45,000 under a new 30 x 45 scheme, aimed at easing the city’s tight housing market. Travel & Daily Life: Croatia marks Velika Gospa (Assumption Day) today, a national public holiday with Masses and pilgrimages; meanwhile, Dubrovnik’s forecast hints at only light rain after days of heat. Transport Costs: Croatian drivers face a fuel-price jump next week, with diesel expected to rise more than petrol. Tech/Transport Trend: Uber and Pony.ai plan to expand robotaxi service in Europe, building on the commercial launch in Zagreb. Politics: Croatia’s foreign minister pushes back on BiH reactions over the proposed Croatian electoral unit, asking “why the hysteria?”
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