politics in the South Caucasus

Former bodyguard runs for president in South Ossetia

South Ossetia

July 20, 2026

Khokh Chochiev first emerged as a political figure only in 2024.

Opinion: 'Georgia is now effectively in confrontation with its former strategic partners'

Georgia

July 10, 2026

Georgia's former ambassador to NATO: "This is clearly affecting the country's relations with NATO and the EU."

Georgia's new laws are destroying independent civil society groups, says Human Rights Watch

Georgia

July 09, 2026

"The Georgian authorities should stop treating independent civic activity as a threat."

Abkhaz diaspora in Turkey calls for recognition of Abkhazia's independence – or at least Abkhaz passports

Abkhazia

July 09, 2026

A campaign urging the Turkish government to review its policy towards Abkhazia is gaining momentum in Turkey.

Opinion: TRIPP and Middle Corridor are central to US strategy in South Caucasus

Azerbaijan-USA

July 09, 2026

During his visit to Baku, Steve Daines met President Ilham Aliyev, Economy Minister Mikayil Jabbarov and SOCAR President Rovshan Najaf.

Kremlin-backed candidate becomes South Ossetia’s sole presidential contender as even opposition endorses him

South Ossetia

July 08, 2026

All of Marat Kambolov's potential rivals have stepped aside in his favour.