Opinion

Irakli Kobakhidze

Opinion: 'Removing Kobakhidze would be logical move for Ivanishvili if prime minister does not move against him first'

Irakli Kobakhidze

August 20, 2026

Transparency International Georgia director Eka Gigauri: “Kobakhidze has concentrated enormous power in his hands”

Azerbaijan

Judges vs ordinary pensioners in Azerbaijan: what the law and figures show

Azerbaijan

August 15, 2026

A judge’s pension is 23 times higher than the minimum pension and 12–13 times higher than the average pension. Yet judges are taking the government to court, demanding even higher payments

Georgian-Abkhaz conflict

Opinion on Georgian petrol in Abkhazia: ‘If needed, it’s possible’

Georgian-Abkhaz conflict

August 14, 2026

The petrol shortage in Abkhazia emerged as a result of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries.

Georgian-Abkhaz conflict

Fuel supplies from Tbilisi-controlled territory to Abkhazia: humanitarian aid or move in Russia's interests?

Georgian-Abkhaz conflict

August 13, 2026

Government position, opposition criticism and expert views

Armenia seeks alternatives amid concerns over possible Russian gas price hike

Armenia

August 11, 2026

Ruling-party MP Sargis Khandanyan said Armenia could import gas from Iran or Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijan FM in Kyiv: gas for Ukraine, visit to Irpin, Ukrainian drones

Azerbaijan

August 07, 2026

It was the first visit by an Azerbaijani foreign minister to Kyiv since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Armenia begins shift from Russia towards EU – but finish line remains distant

Armenia-EU

August 07, 2026

JAMnews reviewed the latest developments and spoke to analysts with opposing views. Residents of Armenia also shared their opinions on how they believe the country should shape its future.

Possible developments in Armenia-EAEU relations

'There are signs Armenia is heading for 'divorce' from the Russian-led EAEU,' says Armenian political analyst

Armenia-Russia

August 06, 2026

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk has described the decline in trade between Armenia and Russia as "dramatic". Analysts in Yerevan are examining the reasons behind the downturn and what it could mean for Armenia's future ties with the EAEU.

Expert on Kobakhidze's "Russophobia" remarks

Opinion: 'The prime minister's statement is demagoguery and part of election preparations"

Georgia

August 05, 2026

Conflict analyst Paata Zakareishvili comments on Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze's recent claims about "Russophobia" within the Georgian opposition

Opinion from Tbilisi: 'It's important to understand what kind of hell government is leading us into'

Georgia

August 04, 2026

Liberal Academy head Lasha Tugushi comments on Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze's claims that the Georgian opposition's "Russophobia" is externally orchestrated.

Nauru's withdrawal of recognition of Abkhazia

Opinion: 'Abkhaz diplomacy must become more flexible – and more assertive'

Georgian-Abkhaz conflict

August 03, 2026

Against the backdrop of Nauru's withdrawal of its recognition of Abkhazia's independence, public figure Akhra Bzhania reflects on what Abkhazia's foreign policy doctrine should be.

Opinion: 'Energy assets must be bought back at any cost'

Georgia-Russia

July 28, 2026

The European Union has imposed sanctions on the Russian energy company Inter RAO, which is the indirect owner of four hydropower plants in Georgia.

Georgian government's anti-European rhetoric

Opinion: 'Georgia government's anti-European rhetoric enters new phase'

Georgia - EU

July 27, 2026

Sociologist Iago Kachkachishvili believes the authorities are attempting to redefine the very idea of Georgia's accession to the European Union

Opinion: 'There is no longer peace in Georgia'

Georgia

July 24, 2026

"Bidzina Ivanishvili and the Georgian Dream party are responsible for it," says Professor Zaal Andronikashvili.

Opinion: Can Abkhazia agree on its relationship with Russia?

Abkhazia-Russia

July 20, 2026

Blogger Akhra Bzhania raised the issue in the context of a meeting between the leaders of political organisations and Russia's new ambassador.

Armenia increases subsidies for South Caucasus Railway

Armenia to restore tracks near Turkish and Azerbaijani borders on its own despite Russian control of its railways

Armenia-Russia

July 17, 2026

Analysts urged against escalating tensions with Moscow, and the Armenian authorities decided to increase subsidies to the railway operator while postponing the issue of ending Russia's concession

Georgia's participation in the Washington summit

Opinion: 'Georgia heads to Washington from weak starting position. Its ties with Russia, China and Iran are major liability'

Georgia-USA

July 16, 2026

Georgia's foreign minister will attend the Washington summit on "The Renewed Rise of Political Terrorism".

Opinion: 'EU is interested in Armenia diversifying its foreign relations'

Armenia

July 14, 2026

Diplomat Hrachya Tashchyan on the effectiveness of Armenia's membership in the Russia-led EAEU, the diversification of the country's economic ties, and the benefits of closer cooperation with the European Union.

If things stay as they are, recovering Abkhazia will require a deal with Russia that comes at a heavy price. Opinion from Tbilisi

Georgian-Abkhaz conflict

July 14, 2026

Tornike Sharashenidze: First and foremost, both sides must acknowledge their mistakes and crimes. After this step, all other processes will proceed more easily.