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Irakli Kobakhidze reappointed as chairman of Georgian Dream
The Georgian Dream Prime Minister replaced Garibashvili, who announced his departure from politics. Kobakhidze promises a sweeping victory for the party in the municipal elections in October.
‘Ivanishvili’s FARA’: how US law was reworked for Georgia
In the U.S.: 1) Narrow scope of application, 2) Independent judiciary, 3) Freedom of expression. In Georgia: 1) Government repression of opponents, 2) Judiciary under political control, 3) Suppression of free speech
Journalist Ulviyya Ali detained: “Over 20 journalists are currently in prison, and I am one of them”
Journalist Ulviyya Ali (Guliyeva) was detained by officers of Baku’s Main Police Department during the night of 7 May as part of the “Meydan TV case,” and her home was searched.
Asian Development Bank economist: “Georgia benefited from sanctions against Russia — but not for long”
Albert Park: “Georgia must become as efficient as possible on the Middle Corridor trade route”
Opinion: "Baku alarmed by Armenia’s legal action amid potential consequences for Aliyev”
International law expert Ara Kazaryan believes it is highly likely that Armenia will win its cases in international courts — which is why, he argues, Azerbaijan is demanding the withdrawal of the lawsuits.
“US sanctions will deal a heavy blow to Ivanishvili’s regime” - comment from Tbilisi
Giorgi Rukhadze: “Sanctions alone will not be enough to make the regime back down”
US House of Representatives passes MEGOBARI bill on Georgia
The bill must now be approved by the US Senate and signed by Donald Trump.
"This may be the last time I address you": Tofiq Yagublu, 35 days into prison hunger strike
Tofiq Yagublu is on hunger strike in protest against his nine-year prison sentence. Yesterday, he bid farewell to his family.
"Georgia must learn to say 'yes'" - view from Abkhazia
Journalist Inal Khashig considers Tbilisi’s negative reaction to the reopening of Sukhum airport pointless.
Study finds Armenia’s reliance on Russia now national security threat
Experts at the Centre for Security Policy Studies analysed potential threats — from economic to terrorist — and proposed measures to address them.
Generation Z and organisation of labour: struggle shaped by values
Although Generation Z in Azerbaijan currently lacks broad opportunities for labour organisation, their individual acts of resistance on social media are laying the groundwork for alternative forms of activism.
Armenia begins EU accession process: No answer on whether it is welcomed in Europe
The initiative came from pro-Western politicians, supported by the authorities, with most people backing it. However, many still don’t understand what European integration entails
Inmate in Georgia dies after alleged beating in prison
In late January, Ioseb Gorgadze was hospitalised with multiple injuries
European Union: "Actions of Georgian government threaten country’s EU integration"
"The European Union has reduced political contacts with the Georgian government."
Spy scandal in South Ossetia: Why was there no public reaction?
The South Ossetian KGB claims to have uncovered a spy network that was passing classified information to Georgia.
New phase in India-Pakistan conflict and its impact on South Caucasus
“Pakistan and India have strategic partners in the South Caucasus — Azerbaijan and Armenia, respectively. Both countries place particular emphasis on military cooperation.”
Armenia improves its ranking in the Press Freedom Index – Reporters Without Borders
The international watchdog Reporters Without Borders has released its 2025 report, ranking Armenia 34th out of 180 countries. Details follow.
Textile production in Armenia: once powerhouse, now developing
The government has declared the textile industry a strategic export sector, yet so far only large companies have managed to export their products.
Georgia’s ranking drops in Press Freedom Index – Reporters Without Borders
The country has dropped from 103rd to 114th place.
Russia resumes direct flights to Abkhazia | Reactions from Georgia
First flight from Moscow to Sukhumi triggers strong reactions in Georgia: what are political actors saying in Tbilisi?
GYLA: “Use of chemical agents against protesters was unlawful and dangerous”
An unknown chemical substance was mixed into water cannons and tear gas during the dispersal of protests in Tbilisi.
Opinion on flights between Sukhumi and Russia: "Any self-respecting government in Georgia’s place would respond with countermeasures"
Tina Khidasheli: “If the country had a real prime minister, he would have already issued a decree suspending direct flights from Russia to Georgia”
Flights from Russia to Abkhazia begin as Sukhum Airport reopens – VIDEO
Due to the airport’s lack of an international licence and the unresolved Georgian-Abkhaz conflict, air traffic with other countries is not possible.
Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 28 April-2 May, 2025
Daily morning roundup: top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos
"Work is essential for improving quality of life": Armenia's labour market in numbers
Labour Day in Armenia: Pashinyan’s message and labour market trends
European People’s Party adopts new resolution calling for sanctions on Ivanishvili and Cartu Bank’s removal from SWIFT
The EPP urges Georgian Dream to immediately stop using repressive laws.
What does Georgia's new grant law entail?
Human rights organisations in Georgia face growing threats under new legal amendments
Freedom Fund set up in Georgia with UK bank account to pay protesters' fines
The move comes in response to the Georgian Prosecutor’s Office freezing the accounts of independent civil society funds.
Armenia to extend housing compensation for Karabakh refugees by two more months
Earlier, the Armenian government restricted the list of beneficiaries of the “40+10” programme, prompting a protest and a sit-in by Karabakh Armenians. That protest has now come to an end.
Opinion: "Georgian Dream doesn’t realise that solidarity in Georgia doesn’t depend on just 3 or 4 foundations"
Lasha Tughushi: "Georgian Dream won’t be able to change young people — they are already free citizens"
Opinion: "Ivanishvili wants to be the sole boss so that no one can turn to anyone else"
Lawyer Nika Simonishvili: “The authorities are deliberately suppressing the solidarity that underpins the protest”