# Controversy over Marin Miletić parliamentary rhetoric > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/controversy-over-marin-mileti-parliamentary-rhetoric > Updated: 2026-10-20T07:46:16.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2. Marin Miletić, a Member of Parliament for Croatia’s Most party, sparked significant political backlash following remarks made during a parliamentary debate regarding corruption and the judiciary. Miletić suggested radical measures, including public hangings and the use of gasoline to “burn it” all down to rebuild institutions. Political opponents condemned the language, with the HDZ party describing it as a “totalitarian mind” and other officials comparing the rhetoric to historical atrocities and extremist regimes. In response to the outcry, Miletić defended his statements, asserting that he was employing “strong, sharp, and powerful images” and metaphors rather than literal threats. He clarified that he does not advocate for the death penalty. Nikola Grmoja, leader of the Most party, supported this defense by characterizing the comments as mere “images” intended to convey the need for judicial overhaul. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-20: Croatia: Most MP Marin Miletić defends controversial parliamentary speech Most MP Marin Miletić defended his recent parliamentary comments about hanging corrupt officials and destroying institutions, arguing he was using metaphors and religious parables rather than literal intent. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/croatia-most-mp-marin-mileti-defends-controversial-parliamentary-speech ### 2026-10-16: Marin Miletić sparks controversy with calls for public executions Croatian MP Marin Miletić faces backlash after suggesting public hangings and burning for corrupt officials during a parliamentary debate, drawing comparisons to totalitarian regimes. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marin-mileti-criticizes-croatian-judiciary-and-corruption --- Cite as: Controversy over Marin Miletić parliamentary rhetoric. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/controversy-over-marin-mileti-parliamentary-rhetoric