In Rijeka, the community organization 'Domovinski rat' and the club 'Armada' announced they held a constructive meeting to begin collaboration on the management, legal protection, and dignified status of all Croatian defenders from the region. The meeting was initiated by veteran organizations and Armada, with participation from Mayor Iva Rinčić and representatives from various groups including the Special Police Unit 'Aykula'. They emphasized resolving disputes through institutional channels rather than street protests or media clashes. One of the topics discussed was the regulation and protection of the Memorial Bridge for Croatian defenders, with the city starting discussions with architects to ensure the monument remains protected and respected. They also mentioned the city has begun analyzing a detailed report from 'Aykula' regarding the development of the Heroes Park. The main focus was identifying existing murals related to the Homeland War, defenders, and fan traditions, and establishing clear guidelines for their legal status. The goal is to ensure that quality and identity-important murals, if lacking permits, receive approval through simple procedures, making them fully-
Bias read (Center): The article presents a collaborative effort between local authorities, veterans' organizations, and a sports club to address legal and social issues surrounding historical monuments and murals. There is no overt ideological slant, and the emphasis is on institutional solutions and legal compliance.





