# Štit Domovine police competition in Dubrovnik

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tit-domovine-police-competition-in-dubrovnik
> Updated: 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 3.

The eighth edition of the ‘Štit Domovine Dubrovnik 2026’ international police competition concluded in the Dubrovnik-Neretva County. Organized by the Croatian Ministry of the Interior, the event aimed to promote psychophysical readiness, unity, and sportsmanship among participants.

The competition featured 83 participants, including Croatian police officers, Homeland War Special Police veterans, and officers from Slovenia, Austria, Hungary, and North Macedonia. The event was established in memory of Šime Đamić, a wartime commander of the ‘Šimini Anđeli Pakla’ Special Police unit.

Competitors completed a demanding 30-kilometer course that began in Buići and ended on Mount Srđ, passing through locations such as Grbavac, Brgat, and Žarkovica. While carrying approximately 10 kilograms of mandatory equipment and weaponry, participants used compasses and topographic maps to navigate the terrain. The course included six work stations testing skills such as weapon assembly/disassembly, infantry obstacles, pistol and rifle shooting, orientation, alpinism, and tactical room entry.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-23: Law enforcement agencies conduct training and community outreach in Croatia and Montenegro

Law enforcement agencies in Croatia and Montenegro are conducting professional training competitions, community outreach programs, and commemorative events to strengthen public trust and readiness.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/shield-of-the-homeland-police-competition-held-in-dubrovnik

### 2026-09-20: Dubrovnik hosts police competition and religious conference

Dubrovnik hosted two major events on September 19: the ‘Shield of the Homeland’ police competition and the 62nd Religious Days, which explored the impact of artificial intelligence on religious life.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dubrovnik-hosts-police-competition-and-religious-conference

### 2026-09-17: Dubrovnik hosts Štit Domovine 2026 police competition

The ‘Štit Domovine Dubrovnik 2026’ police competition has launched in Croatia, featuring international officers and veterans in a 30km tactical and physical endurance challenge.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dubrovnik-hosts-tit-domovine-2026-police-competition

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