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Former Georgian security chief Grigol Liluashvili jailed for 13 years for corruption

Prosecutors charged him in four cases of particularly large-scale bribery. He did not admit guilt.

Russian MoFA: Russia, Georgia ‘allies’ in defending ‘traditional values’ against West

Maria Zakharova competed on “Georgians fighting on Russia’s side in Ukraine” and the 1783 Treaty of Georgievsk, which led to Georgia becoming part of the Russian Empire.

Money transfers from Russia to Georgia plunge 88%, dropping from third to 11th place

A new EU sanctions package against Russia was followed by the suspension of money transfers to Georgia by Russian payment system Zolotaya Korona.

Georgian businessman Elizbarashvili charged over alleged threats

The offence carries a prison sentence of up to one year.

Georgian president pardons nine activists, one may face deportation to Russia

On the occasion of the Orthodox feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God, Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili pardoned 226 prisoners.

EU ready to work with Syria to revoke recognition of Abkhazia and Tskhinvali region - Lithuania

The EU had earlier described the first session of Syria's People's Assembly as a step forward in the country's political transition.

Georgia missing from key Nato summit in Ankara: What does it mean?

The government denies Georgia is isolated, while the opposition says the country is being sidelined by the West.

Georgia's president to attend funeral of Ali Khamenei

Representatives of other countries in the region, including Turkey, Azerbaijan and Armenia, will also attend the mourning ceremony.

Georgian lawyer fined $1,454 over comment on MP's Facebook post

The ruling is seen as one of the first cases brought under provisions imposing liability for verbally insulting a person holding political office.

FT: EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia to extend to cryptocurrency platforms in Georgia

US Congress backs bill targeting Russian and Chinese influence in Georgia

The legislation focuses on the activities of Russian and Chinese intelligence services in Georgia.

Georgia to restrict mobile phone use in schools

Special storage lockers for mobile phones, smartphones and smartwatches will be installed in schools.

Russian activist: 'Georgia's security service tried to force me to spy on protesters'

Dubovsky claims he refused to cooperate and was threatened with deportation to Russia.

'Victory achieved': Parents of children with Duchenne syndrome in Georgia end protest

The authorities have agreed to set up a working group to secure funding and procurement of the necessary medicines.

Georgian police seize 148 cryptocurrency mining machines

The operation targeted the illegal consumption of electricity and breaches of energy usage rules.

Parents of children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy meet Georgian prime minister

Above all, the parents are demanding that the government import and fund the medicines their children need.

Ex-official accused of espionage says Georgian Dream 'no longer exists'

Former senior official accused of espionage says his arrest was politically motivated.

Opinion: US says Georgia is no longer a partner, cooperation will be selective

Strategic Analysis Centre founder Nodar Kharshiladze commented on recent US Embassy statement on State Department visit to Georgia