They expressed their condolences to the families of victims of crimes committed during the Bosnian War. Croatian president Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović expressed her condolences to Praljak's family, calling him "a man who preferred to die rather than live as a convict for crimes he did not commit". Miroslav Tuđman stated it was a "consequence of his moral position not to accept the verdict that has nothing to do with justice or reality".
Croatian president Kolinda Grabar-Kitarović expressed condolences to Praljak's family, calling him a martyr who chose death over serving time for crimes he claimed were fabricated.  Miroslav Tuđman also commented on the verdict, stating it was unjust and not reflective of reality.