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442 Moments
2002
General Bobetko indicted by ICTY for alleged war crimes during conflict involving Croatia.
2000
The International Criminal Tribunal indicts Croatian general Ante Gotovina for war crimes.
Stjepan Mesić elected as Croatia's second President, succeeding Franjo Tuđman.
Presidential elections held after Tudjman's death; Stjepan Mesić wins for the Croatian People's Party.
1999
First President Franjo Tuđman's death marked an end to a political era in Croatia.
1998
1997
First local elections in Croatia showcase growing democracy and political participation among citizens.
Croatian Democratic Union emerges victorious in parliamentary election with majority votes.
1996
1995
Erdut Agreement signed to end conflict and establish peace in the region in 1995.
Operation Storm saw significant military success in achieving strategic objectives and liberating occupied territories.
1994
Conflict in Bosnia and Herzegovina between Croats and Muslims ends after negotiations and agreements.
1993
1992
Siege of Dubrovnik ends after heavy bombing, marking the end of a long conflict.
UN deploys peacekeeping forces to maintain peace and assist in conflict resolution efforts in Croatia.
1991
Yugoslavia gains independence through declaration, marking a significant year in history.
1990
HDZ replaced Communist symbols with new coat of arms and flags.
Serb-led rebellion against Croatian authorities marks the beginning of the LOG revolution.
HDZ secures victory in Croatian elections, gaining control of parliament.