Another anniversary, another disgrace: Skejo with the call 'Ready for home' planted HOS sheep in Knin

tportalIndependentProgressive3 hr. ago

The article discusses the annual commemoration ceremony held by members of the IX. Battalion of the Croatian Defense Forces (HOS), led by Mark Skejo, in Knin. During the event, participants laid wreaths at a memorial and recited the salute 'Za dom spremni,' which was used by the Ustasha forces during World War II. The article notes that this salute was adopted by the HOS battalion in 1991 and has since been permitted under guidelines issued by Croatia’s Commission for Dealing with the Past. Despite legal challenges and fines in 2022, the group was recently cleared of charges due to the phrase's 'double meaning.' The author criticizes the event as shameful and inappropriate for commemorating Victory Day and Homeland Gratitude Day.

Bias read (Progressive): The article uses strong negative language such as 'shameful ritual' and criticizes the use of a historically controversial salute associated with fascist ideology. It frames the event as inappropriate for national celebrations and highlights legal actions against the group, suggesting disapproval of

Večernji listIndependentCenter4 hr. ago

The traditional ceremony in Zaprešić marked Victory Day and Homeland Gratitude Day, as well as Croatian defenders' day. A ceremonial salute was fired using a cannon, known as a 'počasni plotun,' which is a symbolic and formal firing of shots from firearms, cannons, or mortars in honor, greeting, or farewell. The event was organized by the Kuburaško društvo ban Josip Jelačić and the historical unit 'Jelačićeva garda' at the New Dvors in Vršilnica. A solemn procession took place before the event.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a national holiday ceremony with military symbolism, focusing on the event itself rather than taking a stance on political issues. It provides factual information about the organization and execution of the event without apparent bias or ideological framing.