Croatian political commentary critiques rhetoric, Netanyahu's prospects, and alleged piracy

This collection of articles from Večernji List offers a critical look at Croatian politics and broader international issues. Davor Ivanković's piece, "When 'heroes' with balaclavas save the nation from Cyrillic and the bar," uses animalistic metaphors to critique political figures, comparing Sandra Benčić's Možemo! party to "small livestock." He notes that equating politics with the animal kingdom is not new, referencing Aesop's fable of the frog and the ox.

Another article by Danijel Prerad questions whether Benjamin Netanyahu's political campaigns will backfire, citing polls that indicate 61% of Israelis believe he should not run for re-election. The piece suggests that Netanyahu's political future may be uncertain.

Hrvoje Zovko examines the future of Croatian politics, suggesting that grand political ambitions often fade when faced with personal financial realities. He implies that politicians may prioritize their own survival over public service.

Marinko Jurasic discusses the case of Oroslavje Mayor Viktor Šimunić, highlighting the public's right to know. He notes that Možemo! representative Jelena Miloš expressed shock at the search of Šimunić's parents' home and office, suggesting it was connected to his work uncovering suspicious transactions in sports federations.

Borislav Ristić's commentary, "New world pirate order: It's best if everyone pays tribute to Washington," frames the seizure of Venezuelan oil tankers by the U.S. as an act of piracy. He argues that while officially aimed at enforcing sanctions, the operation was essentially about seizing oil.