Abkhazia-Russia

Snap elections in Abkhazia - what are each candidate’s chances and challenges facing new president?

Most experts believe that the first round will not produce a new president.

Jemal Gamakharia: 'Sukhumi airport will be entirely Russian—EU and NATO must take notice'

Exiled Abkhaz leader warns that Sukhumi airport will serve both civilian and military purposes.

Abkhazia continues to discuss the presidential candidate's "unlawful" communications with the Kremlin

After his "Moscow tour," Badra Gunba was sarcastically dubbed the "self-proclaimed president" in Abkhazia

Rebuilt Sukhum airport opens on test run, Kremlin’s favourite first to fly

Moscow likely views Gunba’s role in the airport opening as a boost to his ratings, helping secure his win on February 15.

Kremlin hosts Abkhaz presidential candidate in move deemed illegal at home

At the moment, Badra Gunba holds no official authority.

Ahead of Abkhazia’s election, Russian media paint opposition candidate as ‘Turkish agent’

It appears to be an attempt to bolster his opponent—the pro-government candidate and Moscow’s preferred choice.

The Kremlin's new curator visited Abkhazia. What hopes or problems does this raise? Opinion

Abkhaz politicians stripped of Russian citizenship say they are punished for patriotism

Kan Kvarchia and Levan Mikaa are among the most vocal opponents of bills and agreements that benefit the Kremlin but not Abkhazia.

Acting Abkhaz leader asks Putin to shield republic from Russian media attacks

According to Valery Bganba, Russian media are interfering in Abkhazia’s electoral process by dividing presidential candidates into "pro-Russian" and "anti-Russian" camps.

Russian research center’s election survey in Abkhazia deemed illegal and manipulative

According to the results of this survey, one-third of voters plan to vote for the Kremlin’s favorite, Badra Gunba.

Abkhaz MP stripped of Russian citizenship — or maybe not

Why Abkhazia doesn't benefit from the Kavkasioni power line and won't

Until 2014, Abkhazia received payment for the transit of Russian electricity.

2025 Presidential elections in Abkhazia : ruling party candidate and opposition leader compete for Kremlin loyalty

Moscow is clearly betting on Vice President Badra Gunba, considering him more reliable.

Opinion: Reforms in Abkhazia are inevitable, and Moscow must take this into account

Russia has shifted its stance and resumed providing free electricity to Abkhazia. What’s driving this newfound generosity?

Are Abkhaz students in Russia at risk of being sent to fight in Ukraine?

This concern stems from the dual citizenship agreement between Abkhazia and Russia being in a frozen state.

Energy crisis in Abkhazia: Daytime power cuts loom

Abkhazia’s budget lacks funds to buy Russian electricity at market rates.

Russia bans Abkhaz mandarins: health crisis or political punishment?

The official explanation for the ban cites the detection of a pest in the mandarins – the western flower thrips.

Abkhazia on the brink of an energy collapse

With water levels in the Ingur River dropping and Russia halting free electricity supplies, Abkhazia faces power outages