Georgia

Court orders forced psychiatric evaluation of Georgian activist Nino Datashvili

A politically active teacher ends up behind bars — and now, a psychiatric ward. Critics say Georgia is crossing a dangerous line

Verdict in Georgian journalist Mzia Amaghlobeli’s case delayed until August 4 - details inside

The hearing lasted nine hours. The lawyer called the trial historic and spoke of falsifications in the case. The verdict in Mzia Amaglobeli’s case is expected on August 4

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 28 July-1 August, 2025

Daily morning roundup. Top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos.

In six months, Georgia passed five laws restricting media. Here’s a breakdown

These laws ban foreign-funded media, increase state control, and punish journalists for criticizing authorities

Opinion: "Arrests of officials in Georgia are a way to remove unwanted people"

Lela Dzhezelava: "This is obviously not a fight against corruption. It is a struggle for the distribution of power and financial influence"

What property do Georgian Dream members own in Europe? Transparency International report

At least 18 people close to the party own property or businesses in the EU. Ahead of a possible visa-free suspension, many are buying companies and apartments and obtaining citizenship there for their families

Russia asks the Georgian government to respond to “Russophobic incidents” against fencers

At the Fencing World Championship in Tbilisi, activists are staging protests against Russian athletes who hold military ranks and represent Putin

Former deputy defense minister of Georgia detained on embezzlement charges

It is alleged that the criminal actions caused damage to the state amounting to about $500,000

Georgia is hosting the multinational Resistant Spirit 2025 drills together with the United States

The defense minister, the commander, and the chief of the general staff did not attend the opening. Still, in Russia, the exercises were seen as a sign of Georgian Dream’s weakness in the face of NATO’s return

"Georgian Dream is spreading disinformation about the role of the European Union in Georgia" - EU

“The route through Armenia will be an alternative, not the main one”: expert opinion

According to economist Suren Parsyan, Georgia remains the more convenient route for all countries — not least because maritime shipping is more cost-effective

British Embassy: "Georgian Dream has distanced itself from Euro-Atlantic cooperation"

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 21-25 July, 2025

Daily morning roundup. Top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos

Opinion: "Dozens of cases against activists in Georgia lack any evidence at all"

Nika Simonishvili: "By closing the trials, the public is denied accurate information, and the accused are deprived of the chance to prove their innocence"

Popular Georgian outlet Batumelebi faces closure over tax debts. Readers are joining forces to save it

Journalists reported pressure on independent media. With support from readers and colleagues, the main part of the debt - up to $17,000 - was repaid in a single day

UNICEF study: literacy and mental health among adolescents are serious issues in Georgia

Widespread issues reported with self-expression, writing, and critical thinking

Opinion: "Russia is trying to hurt Armenia’s economy using a proxy - and Georgia is the proxy"

Paata Zakareishvili: “While tensions between Russia and Armenia are rising, Georgia suddenly started halting transit and checking the quality of Armenian brandy. Why do you care about the quality of the brandy if it’s not meant for you?”

Estonia has imposed sanctions on another 19 Georgian officials

In total, Estonia has already banned 102 Georgian citizens from entering the country.