Plenković: The concept of a joint criminal enterprise is unacceptable for Croatia

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković stated at today's session of the Croatian Government that the arrest of 10 HVO members in Orašje has worried the Croatian public, reports Patria.

- The arrest and indictments against 10 HVO members from Orašje were certainly prepared for a longer time, and their timing is indicative - said the Prime Minister.

He added that he had instructed the ministries to obtain all necessary information and provide legal and consular assistance to the arrested Croatian citizens.

- We have informed our partners in the EU and NATO and expressed our concerns. I would like to send a clear message to the citizens that our Government will do everything to protect the legitimate interests of the Republic of Croatia, as well as human rights that could be threatened - emphasized the Prime Minister, adding that all crimes must be prosecuted regardless of ethnic affiliation.

- However, the concept of a joint criminal enterprise in the indictments is unacceptable for Croatia - emphasized Plenković.

He reiterated that a European Bosnia and Herzegovina is a key foreign policy priority for the Republic of Croatia, as is its accession to the EU and NATO alliance.