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Croatian President slams Serbian PM on regional policy stance in heated exchange

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On March 15, Croatia's president Zoran Milanović faced a sharp rebuke from his counterpart Aleksandar Vučić during an intense diplomatic row regarding Serbia’s foreign policies toward the Balkans. The Croatian leader explicitly warned that "Croatia should watch what it does," while President Vučić responded with equal vigor by urging Belgrade to exercise caution in its actions abroad and domestically alike, particularly concerning Kosovo's status under international law as well as Montenegro's recent decision on NATO membership for Serbia’s future integration into the EU.

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    Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić strongly criticized Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković for his recent actions and rhetoric.
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    Vučić warned that Croatia should be cautious about what it does in the region, implying a lack of strategic foresight on Belgrade's part regarding Zagreb.
March 15, 21:30 Croatian President Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovc signed an executive order

President Vučić strongly responded to Prime Minister Marković, stating that Croatia should be careful about what it does.

— [Mar 15, 20:39] Vučić odgovorio Milanovicu (Jutarnji.hr)

"Croatia must pay attention to how she acts!" Vučić responded sharply in his latest statement regarding the situation with Croatia.

— [Mar 15, 20:39] Vučić odgovorio Milanovicu (Net.hr)