A commemoration ceremony held at the Jadovno concentration camp, a site of atrocities committed during World War II, was marked by controversy surrounding the use of the Ustaše salute "Za dom spremni" ("For Home – Ready!"). The event, organized by the Serbian National Council, the Coordination of Jewish Municipalities, the Upper Karlovac Diocese, and the Association of Anti-Fascist Fighters and Anti-Fascists, aimed to honor the victims of the Ustaše-run camp. Concerns were raised regarding the dual meaning and unacceptable connotations of the salute, historically associated with the fascist Ustaše regime responsible for widespread killings. Participants expressed discomfort and condemnation over the display, highlighting its offensive nature to victims and their families. Organizers did not explicitly address the use of the salute during the ceremony. The incident has reignited debate over the use of symbols linked to the Ustaše and their legacy in the region. The event aimed to promote remembrance and reconciliation, but the salute overshadowed these goals.
