Serbian historian Milan St. Protić sparked controversy by stating Croatians have legitimate reasons to celebrate Operation Storm. In a recent interview with N1 Serbia, Protić asserted that Croatia rightfully obtained what “historically belongs to them” through the operation. This statement challenges traditional Serbian narratives surrounding the 1995 military operation, which resulted in the expulsion of a large Serb population from Croatia. The historian’s comments, reported by Index, suggest a reassessment of historical claims regarding the territory. Protić’s perspective is likely to fuel further debate and discussion on the sensitive topic within the region. The statement represents a significant departure from common viewpoints expressed in Serbia regarding Operation Storm. This unusual position has been widely reported by Croatian media outlets like Total Croatia.