Politics

Georgia

Reporters Without Borders call for international probe into journalist attacks in Georgia

Georgia

January 14, 2025

In the 2024 Press Freedom Index, Georgia dropped from 77th to 103rd place out of 180 countries.

Georgia

Amnesty International calls on Georgian authorities to immediately release detained protesters 

Georgia

January 14, 2025

"The laws effectively criminalise even symbolic acts of protest, such as placing stickers on public property."

Arrests in Azerbaijan

Labour rights activist sentenced to 8 years in prison in Azerbaijan

Arrests in Azerbaijan

January 14, 2025

The court convicted Afiyaddin Mamedov of stabbing an individual, but he denies the charges, claiming he is being targeted for his human rights work.

Iran

Opinion from Baku: What could Russia-Iran's closer ties mean for South Caucasus? 

Iran

January 14, 2025

Russia and Iran are set to sign a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement. What new developments will follow the signing?

Detained Georgian media director Mzia Amaglobeli remanded in custody pending investigation

Georgia

January 14, 2025

According to the judge, the decision was based on the risk of her committing another offense or attempting to flee.

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Latest news in Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, summary. Live

Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

January 14, 2025

Daily roundup of local media from three South Caucasus countries, opinions, photo, video

We must not tolerate this. JAMnews editorial statement on arrest of "Batumelebi" director Mzia Amaglobeli

Georgia

January 13, 2025

For years, Batumelebi has reported on corruption, cronyism, and social injustice. This is now a fight not just for the freedom of one individual, but for the freedom of society as a whole.

Economy Minister: 'Armenia won’t swap EAEU for another bloc, it seeks independence'

Armenia-Russia

January 13, 2025

The government seeks new economic partners outside Russian-led blocs, but economists warn of major challenges if Armenia exits the EAEU.

NGO Report: January 11-12 protests in Tbilisi and Batumi result in 30 arrests

Georgia

January 13, 2025

The report notes that following the parliamentary elections on October 26, 2024, Georgian authorities have detained over 500 people in total.

Georgian Dream MPs assaulted fellow citizen in Abu Dhabi over 'traitor' remark

Georgian Dream

January 13, 2025

One person was detained in connection with the incident, but their identity has not yet been disclosed.

Congressman Steve Cohen: 'Ivanishvili is steering Georgians toward Russia, where his heart and wealth lie'

Georgia-USA

January 13, 2025

Steve Cohen: "The U.S. must suspend relations with Georgia until new elections are held"

Azerbaijani activist Bakhtiyar Hajiyev sentenced to 10 years in prison

Arrests in Azerbaijan

January 13, 2025

Under the verdict, his house and bank account funds are set to be confiscated.

Thousands in Tbilisi disrupt judges' controversial party – video

Protests in Georgia

January 13, 2025

Judges left the restaurant under the protection of special forces as the street was cordoned off. Nine protesters were detained

Media director arrested during protests in Georgia faces 4-7 years in prison

Protests in Georgia

January 12, 2025

Mzia Amaglobeli is facing charges of assaulting a police officer, although she claims she accidentally brushed against him. She also reports experiencing violence during her arrest.

Luke Coffey on Georgia: "There is no 'deep state'; it is merely government propaganda"

Georgia-USA

January 11, 2025

"Georgian Dream must realize that the Donald Trump administration will not tolerate disrespect toward them"

Is Iran backing down on 'Zangezur Corridor'? View from Baku

Azerbaijan-Iran

January 10, 2025

According to Azerbaijani experts, there are several reasons for Iran's recent "softening" of its position on the "Zangezur Corridor." One of these reasons is the defeat of Azerbaijan's southern neighbor in the Middle East.

Pashinyan's 12 proposals to Baku: 'Drop escalatory rhetoric'

Azerbaijan-Armenia

January 10, 2025

In Armenia, these were seen as meeting Azerbaijan's demands. However, Baku still declared that the Armenian Prime Minister's proposals cannot be considered "evidence of good intentions."

Bundestag factions back EU sanctions against Georgian Dream

Georgia - EU

January 10, 2025

They condemned the party's decision to suspend the start of Georgia's EU integration talks.

South Ossetia: journalist dragged to president's office over Facebook comment

South Ossetia

January 10, 2025

At the same time, the victim has no complaints against President Alan Gagloyev, stating that he behaved respectfully.

US Congress members urge Secretary of State to sanction 26 individuals from Ivanishvili's circle

Georgia-USA

January 10, 2025

"The United States has taken commendable steps by imposing sanctions on Ivanishvili, but it must be acknowledged that his power is reinforced by a network of 'activists'."

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 31 December 2024 - 10 January, 2025

Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

January 10, 2025

Key headlines and top stories covered by local media in Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan from 31 December 2024 - 10 January, 2025

Armenia takes first steps toward EU membership: Government approves Eurovote plan

Armenia-EU

January 09, 2025

The Cabinet unanimously backed the "Evrakve" initiative ("Euroreferendum") for a public vote on Armenia's EU membership. The decision now moves to parliament.

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