Croatia is commemorating Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day, also honoring Croatian Defenders, and the 31st anniversary of Operation Storm. Thousands have gathered in Knin to mark the occasion, creating a significant atmosphere of remembrance. A colonel from the Croatian Armed Forces (HRZ) described a harrowing experience, stating he had "seen the gates of hell." The day celebrates the military and police operation that ended the Serb rebellion in Croatia in 1995. Operation Storm is a pivotal event in Croatian history, solidifying the country’s independence. The events in Knin serve as a national tribute to those who fought for Croatia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The commemoration is marked by public gatherings and official ceremonies.