A federal court in Washington has reaffirmed an earlier ruling in favor of MOL Group, ordering Croatia to pay a significantly increased compensation following a prolonged international legal dispute.
The court rejected Croatia’s objections and confirmed the validity of the earlier arbitration award. The case originates from a previous arbitration ruling that had already been contested without success.
Over time, the financial obligation has steadily increased due to accumulated interest and arbitration-related costs. Initially set at approximately $183.9 million in 2022, the amount rose progressively to around $200 million, then $236 million, and has now reached approximately $286 million.
Croatia previously attempted to overturn the decision, but its appeal was dismissed in 2025 by the same court. With all legal avenues in the United States judicial system now exhausted, the ruling has been definitively upheld.
Authorities in Zagreb have previously stated that the payment will be covered from the state budget following the conclusion of the legal process.
