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The doctor's scandalous post about Ratko Mladic is calling for her immediate resignation.
Croatia🏛️ PoliticsCenter8/31/2026

The doctor's scandalous post about Ratko Mladic is calling for her immediate resignation.

A nurse employed at the Tomislavgrad Health Center posted a photo of war criminal Radko Mladić on social media along with a message of gratitude, sparking strong public reactions. The incident led to demands for her immediate dismissal from the HDZ-BIH Tomislavgrad municipal committee, which accused her actions of being a deep insult to victims of the Homeland War and defenders, as well as an attack on the dignity of patients and citizens who fund the public health institution. The head of the health center, Ivanka Živković, defended the institution’s stance against promoting hatred, intolerance, or glorification of war crimes, while emphasizing that employees’ private opinions outside work hours are not under institutional control. She stated that the administration would act according to law and internal regulations to determine appropriate measures. Although there is no confirmation yet that the employee’s employment has ended, the case raises broader questions about the boundaries between personal expression and institutional responsibility, especially regarding content related to war crimes and their perpetrators.

A nurse employed at the Tomislavgrad Health Centre in Bosnia and Herzegovina has been dismissed after posting a photograph of war criminal Ratko Mladić online with a message of gratitude. The incident sparked immediate public outrage and political tensions in the region. The nurse, identified only by her initials J.J., shared the image of Mladić on social media with the caption "Rest in peace, general, and thank you!" shortly after his death. This act drew sharp criticism from local authorities and community leaders, who condemned it as deeply offensive to victims of the Bosnian War and an insult to the dignity of patients and citizens who fund the public health institution. The controversy escalated quickly. The Local Council of the Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) BiH in Tomislavgrad demanded the immediate dismissal of the nurse and called for an investigation into the responsibility of the health centre's management, particularly its director, Ivanka Živković. They described the nurse’s actions as a profound injury to the victims of the Homeland War and a blow to the dignity of patients and citizens who finance the public healthcare facility. The council emphasized that public institutions should never serve as platforms for glorifying war criminals. In response, Živković stated that the health centre unequivocally condemns any behavior promoting hatred, intolerance, or the glorification of war crimes. She affirmed that the health centre is fully committed to protecting the health, well-being, and dignity of all citizens without exception. However, she also highlighted the legal boundary between an employee's private expression and the responsibilities of the institution itself. According to Živković, employers have no legal authority to influence employees' personal beliefs or expressions outside of working hours. Nevertheless, the health centre has pledged to act in accordance with the law, internal policies, and its statute to determine all relevant facts before taking further action. Following a disciplinary process, the health centre confirmed that the nurse had indeed posted the controversial content on social media. The case was reported to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and the nurse received notice of termination of her employment contract. Živković reiterated that there will be no room for the glorification of war crimes, spreading hatred, or actions that disrespect victims within the health centre. The incident has raised broader questions about the boundaries between private expression and the responsibilities of individuals working in public institutions, especially concerning content related to war crimes and their perpetrators. It has also become a point of contention among local political factions, with the opposition HDZ BiH criticizing the local government and the health centre's leadership for their handling of the situation. Mladić's name is associated with the suffering of over 160 Croatian defenders at the beginning of the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina in April 1992, many of whom were residents of Tomislavgrad and members of the legendary unit known as the Yellow Ants from Vukovar. These defenders failed to prevent the Serbian takeover of Kupres due to the enemy's numerical and military superiority. At the time, Mladić, as commander of the 9th Corps of the Yugoslav People's Army, sent part of his units which participated in attacks on Kupres and surrounding areas.

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Net.hr logoNet.hrIndependentCenterFactual 95Objective 858/29/2026
The doctor's announcement about Ratko Mladic has caused sharp reactions:

A nurse employed at the Tomislavgrad Health House in Bosnia and Herzegovina posted a photograph of Ratomir Mladić, a war criminal sentenced to life imprisonment, online along with a message of gratitude. This action sparked strong public reactions and criticism, particularly from the local HDZ BiH municipal committee, which demanded the nurse's immediate dismissal and called for accountability from the health house management. They argued that such behavior deeply insults victims of the Homeland War and Croatian defenders, as well as undermining the dignity of patients and citizens who fund the institution. The head of the health house, Ivanka Živković, stated that the facility strongly condemns any actions promoting hatred, intolerance, or glorification of war crimes, but emphasized that employers cannot legally control employees' private expressions outside work hours. The administration said they would act swiftly according to the law, internal policies, and the health house statute to investigate the incident.

Bias read (Center): The article presents multiple perspectives without overtly favoring one side. It includes statements from both critics of the nurse's actions and the health house management, providing balanced coverage of the controversy surrounding the posting of a war criminal's image by a public employee.

Why factuality (95): The article accurately reports the incident involving the nurse who posted a photo of Ratko Mladić, including the public reaction from HDZ BiH Tomislavgrad and the response from the hospital director. It closely follows the primary source document, with only minor paraphrasing and no significant omi

Why objectivity (85): The article maintains a relatively neutral tone but uses terms like 'burne i oštre reakcije' (intense and sharp reactions) and describes the HDZ's stance as 'oštro kritizirali' (sharply criticized), which slightly leans toward the political perspective. However, it still presents both sides of the s

Jutarnji list logoJutarnji listIndependentProgressiveFactual 92Objective 788/29/2026
The doctor's scandalous post about Ratko Mladic is calling for her immediate resignation.

A nurse employed at the Tomislavgrad Health Center posted a photo of war criminal Radko Mladić on social media along with a message of gratitude, sparking strong public reactions. The incident led to demands for her immediate dismissal from the HDZ-BIH Tomislavgrad municipal committee, which accused her actions of being a deep insult to victims of the Homeland War and defenders, as well as an attack on the dignity of patients and citizens who fund the public health institution. The head of the health center, Ivanka Živković, defended the institution’s stance against promoting hatred, intolerance, or glorification of war crimes, while emphasizing that employees’ private opinions outside work hours are not under institutional control. She stated that the administration would act according to law and internal regulations to determine appropriate measures. Although there is no confirmation yet that the employee’s employment has ended, the case raises broader questions about the boundaries between personal expression and institutional responsibility, especially regarding content related to war crimes and their perpetrators.

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the nurse’s action as a violation of ethical standards and public trust, aligning with left-leaning values that emphasize accountability and condemnation of war criminals. While the nurse’s personal expression is acknowledged, the emphasis on institutional responsibility and the '

Why factuality (92): The article accurately summarizes the event, citing the primary source document and presenting the facts clearly. It includes details about the nurse’s social media post, the HDZ’s demands, and the hospital director’s response. There are no major inaccuracies or fabrications.

Why objectivity (78): The title 'Skandalozna objava liječnice o Ratku Mladiću' (Scandalous post by the nurse about Ratko Mladić) introduces a biased tone by labeling the action as 'skandalozna.' The rest of the article remains more neutral, though it still reflects the political outrage expressed by HDZ BiH Tomislavgrad.

Net.hr logoNet.hrIndependentCenterFactual 85Objective 758/31/2026
Another doctor fired for glorifying Ratko Mladic: His post stirred up controversy

A doctor named Đoki Novaković from Bijeljina has been fired by the Orašje Canton Hospital due to his social media post praising the convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić. The post sparked strong public backlash, prompting reactions from veterans' associations who demanded immediate sanctions against him. Similar incidents have occurred before, such as in Tomislavgrad where a nurse was also dismissed after posting a tribute to Mladić. Local authorities and institutions, including the HDZ BiH municipal committee, criticized the local government and health institution leadership for allowing such behavior within their facilities.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the event factually, citing multiple sources including the hospital, veterans' organizations, and local authorities. It does not exhibit overtly biased language or selective sourcing. The framing remains neutral, focusing on the actions taken by various entities rather than any單

Why factuality (85): The article accurately reports the incident involving Dr. Đoki Novaković, citing the primary source from Klix.ba. It mentions the public condemnation, the reaction from the veterans' association, and the similar case in Tomislavgrad. The facts align closely with the original report, though it omits

Why objectivity (75): The tone remains relatively neutral, but there is a slight emphasis on the negative consequences of the doctor’s actions, which could be seen as slightly biased. The article frames the situation as a clear violation of professional ethics, which may influence the reader’s perception.

HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija) logoHRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicConservativeFactual 85Objective 758/30/2026
BiH: Doctor from Tomislavgrad fired for glorifying Mladic

A nurse from Tomislavgrad, Bosnia and Herzegovina, was suspended from her position at the local health center after she posted a photo of war criminal Ratko Mladić on social media with the message 'Rest in peace general and thank you!' The incident sparked strong public reactions and led to accusations between ruling and opposition parties in Tomislavgrad. The HDZ BiH opposition condemned the post and demanded the nurse's dismissal, criticizing local authorities, the Croatian National Council, and the health center management. The head of the health center, Ivanka Živković, confirmed that an investigation concluded the nurse had indeed made the post, leading to her termination. She stated that the health center will not tolerate glorification of war crimes, spreading hatred, or actions that disrespect victims and undermine patient trust. Mladić is linked to the suffering of over 160 Croatian defenders during the early stages of the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina in April 1992, including many residents of Tomislavgrad and members of the legendary Žuti mravi unit from Vukovar.

Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the nurse's suspension as a necessary action against glorifying war criminals, aligning with nationalist sentiments. It emphasizes the condemnation by the HDZ BiH, which is a right-wing party, and highlights the historical grievances against Mladić. The focus on national identity,

Why factuality (85): This article closely follows the primary source, providing accurate details about the nurse’s post, the response from HDZ BiH, and the director’s statement. It includes the historical context of Mladić’s actions during the war, which is consistent with the primary source. The article avoids introduc

Why objectivity (75): The article maintains a generally neutral tone but still emphasizes the political consequences of the incident. There is a slight inclination towards the perspective of the local authorities and the political parties, which could influence how readers interpret the situation.

Index.hr logoIndex.hrIndependentConservativeFactual 85Objective 758/29/2026
A doctor from BiH posted a photo of Mladic and thanked him.

A nurse working at the Tomislavgrad Health Center shared a photo of war criminal Radko Mladić on social media along with a message of gratitude, sparking strong reactions. The local HDZ BiH Tomislavgrad council demanded the nurse’s immediate dismissal and called the act a 'deep insult' to victims of the Homeland War and defenders. They criticized the incident as an attack on the dignity of patients and citizens who fund the public health institution, arguing that public institutions should not become platforms for glorifying war criminals. The head of the health center, Ivanka Živković, stated that the institution condemns any promotion of hatred or glorification of war crimes, but emphasized that private expressions outside work hours are not under institutional control. She announced that the administration will handle the matter according to laws and internal regulations, but there is currently no confirmation that the employment relationship has been terminated.

Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the nurse's action as a violation of public values and criticizes her for promoting 'hatred' and 'glorification of war crimes,' which aligns with conservative and nationalist narratives. The HDZ BiH, a right-wing party, is directly involved in demanding disciplinary action, while

Why factuality (85): The article accurately reports the incident involving the nurse from Tomislavgrad who shared a photo of Ratko Mladić on social media. It aligns closely with the primary source document, including details about the reaction from HDZ BiH, the request for immediate dismissal, and the response from the

Why objectivity (75): The tone remains relatively neutral, but there is a slight bias towards the political stance of HDZ BiH, particularly in emphasizing the 'deep insult' to war victims. The article frames the situation primarily through the lens of public outrage and political pressure.

Jutarnji list logoJutarnji listIndependentProgressiveFactual 80Objective 708/30/2026
PHOTO Discovered what happened to the doctor who praised war criminal Ratko Mladic

A nurse at the Tomislavgrad Health Center was dismissed after posting a photo of war criminal Ratko Mladić on social media with the message 'Rest in peace general and thank you!' The incident sparked strong reactions from the public and led to accusations between ruling and opposition parties in the area. The opposition HDZ BiH condemned the post and demanded the nurse’s dismissal, accusing local authorities and the health center leadership of failing to uphold ethical standards. The nurse, identified as J. J., confirmed the incident and stated she had been fired. The health center’s director, Ivanka Živković, emphasized that such actions would not be tolerated, stating the facility has no place for glorifying war crimes or spreading hatred. The case highlights ongoing tensions around the legacy of Mladić, who is linked to the suffering of over 160 Croatian defenders during the early stages of the Bosnian War.

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the dismissal of the nurse as part of broader political conflict between ruling and opposition parties, emphasizing the role of local authorities and the health center leadership. It highlights the opposition's condemnation of the nurse's actions and their demand for disciplinary措

Why factuality (80): This article provides accurate information about the nurse’s Facebook post and the subsequent actions taken by HDZ BiH. It includes specific details about the content of the post and the official response from the director. However, it adds more emphasis on the political implications and the broader

Why objectivity (70): The article has a more pronounced political angle, especially in highlighting the political fallout and the accusations against both sides. While not overtly biased, it leans toward portraying the situation as a significant political issue rather than purely an administrative one.

Novi list logoNovi listIndependentConservativeFactual 80Objective 708/30/2026
The doctor was fired for glorifying Mladic, it all escalated into a political fight.

A nurse at the Tomislavgrad Health Center was dismissed after posting a social media message praising convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić, which sparked strong public backlash. The post included a photo of Mladić with the caption 'Rest in peace general and thank you!' The opposition HDZ BiH condemned the post, demanded the nurse’s dismissal, and criticized local authorities, the Croatian National Council, and the health center’s leadership. The head of the health center, Ivanka Živković, confirmed the nurse had indeed posted the content and was subsequently fired. She emphasized that the health center would not tolerate glorification of war crimes or actions that insult victims. Mladić is linked to the suffering of over 160 Croatian defenders during the early stages of the Bosnian War in April 1992, including many residents of Tomislavgrad and members of the legendary Žuti mravi unit from Vukovar.

Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the incident as a political conflict between ruling and opposition parties, emphasizing the condemnation by the right-leaning HDZ BiH and the subsequent firing of the nurse. It highlights the political implications of the nurse’s actions, suggesting a broader ideological clash. Ph

Why factuality (80): The article accurately reflects the main facts: the nurse’s post, the backlash from HDZ BiH, and the director’s response. It includes additional context about the historical background of Mladić, which is consistent with the primary source. However, it places greater emphasis on the political confli

Why objectivity (70): The tone is somewhat charged, particularly when discussing the political implications of the incident. While not overtly partisan, the article seems to highlight the political dimensions more prominently, potentially influencing the reader’s perception of the situation.

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