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Dual citizenship in Abkhazia: not a luxury, but a means of transportation

Having only an Abkhazian passport, it is impossible to travel abroad. But dual citizenship in Abkhazia - Abkhazian and Russian - is also not an option.

Sukhum/i monkey nursery legends

The Soviet-era monkey nursery has some tall tales about its founding, but remains of importance medically: photo report

Bible or business more important in school? Discussion in Abkhazia

Minister of Education Inal Gablia has ignited a firestorm for suggesting the Bible be taught in school

Bomb shelters to be reactivated in Abkhazia

Reactivation of abandoned bomb shelters is to be included in the state budget

"The rule of law, not a thieves' racket" - an Abkhaz passport for a Sochi businessman

Crime boss Tatulyan in Abkhazia insults the opposition for questioning his bona fides

Tourist season in Abkhazia: reflections from owners

Hoteliers and private owners reflect on changes in tourist demographics in the last season

"343 hectares in exchange for 11 Russian tanks" - Abkhazian opposition counting on parliament

Abkhazia is preparing to ratify an agreement on the transfer of the Pitsunda estate to Russia. But the opposition are also preparing. Both sides are attempting to influence deputies.

Trial on high-profile murder in Abkhazia will be open, despite defendant protest

Accused of committing the high-profile triple murder in 2019 in Abkhazia, the defendants have refused the services of their lawyers and left the courtroom after the court refused to close the process.

Russian mobilization and Abkhazia: what to expect. Comment

Is mobilization in Abkhazia possible? JAMnews editor in Abkhazia Inal Khashig explains why this will not happen

"Lukashenko strengthens relations with Abkhazia, but does not want to recognize it" - commentary

Why did Lukashenko go to Abkhazia? The four most popular theories.

Abkhazian field commander not allowed out of Donbass; blames President of Abkhazia

Abkhaz commander of pro-Russian brigade in Ukraine accuses Abkhaz authorities of trying to obstruct his movement

Is the idea of a referendum on opening a “second front” in Georgia a threat to Abkhazia? Comment

"The people will be asked only if the government are absolutely sure that people will speak out against it" - the second front in Georgia and Abkhazia, discussion

UN employee in Abkhazia becomes persona non grata over vineyard near Russian base

UN employee Lucas expelled from Abkhazia on charges of espionage. Many in society disagree, pointing to her projects and attraction of investment

The President of Abkhazia must choose: submit to the opposition and society - or resignation

The Abkhazian opposition has proposed that the President create a Consultative Council with his own participation and with the highest authority - meaning the unelected would govern the republic.

"Nostalgia for the Soviet past" - Why the Abkhaz authorities go against society. Opinion

"The Abkhazian elite subconsciously want to return to the USSR. But the youth have other values" - Abkhaz society against ceding land to Russia.

Moscow threatens Abkhazia; is normalization possible? Expert analysis, video

Astamur Tania comments on the crisis in Abkhazian-Russian relations

Russia may stop investing in Abkhazia and close military base if not given Pitsunda estate

Russia may stop investing in Abkhazia - Russian ambassador to Abkhazia says that if the transfer order doesn't go through, there may be repercussions

“My great-grandfather was a Muslim, and my great-grandmother a Christian” - about religions in Abkhazia