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After A Frosty Reception, Tbilisi's Wartime Russians Are Beginning To Leave: Tens of thousands of Russians moved to Tbilisi after the Kremlin launched its ...
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Georgians fear influx of migrants from Russia after Ukraine invasion: An influx of Russians into Georgia since Russia invaded Ukraine has stirred anger and fear ...
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Perspectives: Commemorating the Circassian Genocide in Georgia: There is a monument on Georgia's Black Sea coast honoring the indigenous Caucasians who were ...
eurasianet.org/perspectives-commemorating-the-circassian-genocide-in-georgia
Georgia and Armenia are complicated havens for Russian LGBTQ émigrés: Many are looking to move on.
eurasianet.org/georgia-and-armenia-are-complicated-havens-for-russian-lgbtq-emigres
Georgians Protest First Russian Domestic Flight to Arrive After Moscow’s Rule Changes
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Russian Emigres in Georgia Spark Tensions Ahead of Election: Opinion | A week after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine last February prompted an influx of ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/01/17/russian-emigres-in-georgia-spark-tensions-ahead-of-election-a83744
Russian Emigres in Georgia Spark Tensions Ahead of Election: Opinion | A week after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine last February prompted an influx of ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/01/17/russian-emigres-in-georgia-spark-tensions-ahead-of-election-a83744
Georgia’s anti-Russia protests a cry to the West: The Georgian government has been forced to withdraw its controversial “foreign agent” law after days of mass ...
asiatimes.com/2023/03/georgias-anti-russia-protests-a-cry-to-the-west/
Russia Says Mass Protests in Georgia Are Western Coup Attempt: Moscow on Friday accused the West of fomenting days of mass protests in Georgia ...
themoscowtimes.com/2023/03/10/russia-says-mass-protests-in-georgia-are-western-coup-attempt-a80449
Georgia parliament votes to drop controversial 'foreign agents' bill : After days of mass protests, lawmakers voted to officially drop the draft law ...
euronews.com/2023/03/10/georgia-parliament-votes-to-drop-controversial-foreign-agents-bill-after-mass-protests
A Russian Band in Georgia Struggles to Do Good: Arseni Morozov’s band had just finished a set in a fundraiser for Ukrainian refugees in a Tbilisi ...
themoscowtimes.com/2023/09/28/a-russian-band-in-georgia-struggles-to-do-good-a82596
Russians flee to Georgia after Putin's mobilisation order: Russian men are fleeing into neighbouring Georgia to avoid being called-up to fight in a war they do ...
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Quick Glance: Mobilization: Why are so many Russians fleeing the country?
- Putin's mobilization does not result in large-scale protests.
- Rumors are circulating that Russia may soon close its borders.
- While the mobilization has not resulted in large-scale protests in Russia.
As tourists flow in, anti-Russian sentiment again spikes in Georgia: Tensions are again running high in Georgia over the influx of Russians into the country.
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Why Georgian government moving towards abandoning country's European course?: On 17 April, the Georgian Parliament approved in the first reading the law “On ...
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'Foreign influence' law pushes Georgia away from EU dream, says Michel: The European Union has doubled down on its criticism of the "foreign ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/19/foreign-influence-law-pushes-georgia-away-from-eu-accession-dream-warns-michel
“For Georgia, everything that does not lead along the path to Europe, to the consolidation of freedom and independence, is a nightmare.”
Reuters photographer wins World Press Photo of the Year with poignant shot from Gaza
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Georgia: 20,000 protesters take to streets after Parliament's initial vote on 'foreign influence' law
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State of the Union: Issues feeding anti-democratic anger: This edition of State of the Union focusses on three issues feeding citizens' anger with the ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/19/state-of-the-union-issues-feeding-anti-democratic-anger
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“Of course, the Parliament will continue to discuss the legislation.”
Ministry of Europe & Foreign Affairs of France: Bill on “Foreign Influence” runs counter to EU’s founding values
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🔘MEPs David McAllister, Sven Mikser and Marina Kaljurand issued a joint statement: “We are deeply concerned by the re-introduction of the draft law on ... Show more
The Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Georgia: “Active civil society is a crucial component of any modern democracy.“
Saudi students shine at European math Olympiad: RIYADH: Two Saudi students excelled in the European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad held in Georgia from April 11-17 ...
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Russia ‘waging hybrid war’ against Georgia, president claims: Salome Zourabichvili says Putin is engaged in a campaign to drive the country back into Moscow’s ...
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Cognac, moles and Catalan rumba: Intervision, the communist version of Eurovision
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Thousands of people have taken to the streets after a violent brawl in Georgia’s parliament.
The former Soviet country is trying to pass a controversial bill ... Show more ab.co/abcnewsapp
Georgia pushes Russian-style ‘foreign agent’ law, putting E.U. bid at risk : The ruling party, Georgian Dream, has advanced a bill on “foreign agents” that ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/17/georgia-foreign-agents-law-protests/
Quick Glance: Georgian Parliament in Turmoil over 'Foreign Agents' Bill
- Legislators debate bill requiring organisations that accept foreign funds to register as foreign agents or face fines.
- Tensions rise in parliament as the debate over deepening relations with the West or reconnecting with Russia continues.
- The controversial bill has strained relations with Western countries and sparked protests domestically.
- The adoption of the legislation is likely to further deepen divisions in Georgia, especially with upcoming elections.
Parliament adopts draft law “On transparency of foreign influence” in the first reading
Chef Luka Nachkebia: "Those who are silent and do not make a sound... Or you just don't get it .. Be aware of this
I am also afraid that I will lose ... Show more
Riot police in Georgia clear demonstrators from around the ex-Soviet state's parliament as lawmakers debate a bill on 'foreign agents' that the opposition ... Show more reut.rs/3U1EMD5
Large-Scale Protests in Georgia: What’s Happening and Why?: The Georgian parliament passed a law very similar to Russia’s law on so-called “foreign agents ...
kyivpost.com/post/31279
Police filmed kicking a protester as Georgia's parliament pushes ahead with a bill that requires organisations to register as 'foreign agents' if they get 20% ... Show more
Herczyński: If passed, law “On foreign influence” will not help Georgia get closer to EU
georgiatoday.ge/herczynski-if-passed-law-on-foreign-influence-will-not-help-georgia-get-closer-to-eu/
Protesters demand Georgia government withdraw proposed 'Russian law': Critics say the bill mirrors similar legislation introduced by President Vladimir Putin in ...
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68822483
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
MEP Michael Gahler: “When you watch the demonstrations in Georgia against the "foreign agents" law, which copies the widely repressive Russian ... Show more
🔘According to reports, at the rally against the "Russian law" on April 16, members of the special forces physically assaulted a journalist of the ... Show more
Ukraine war: Blinken assure Black Sea allies of US support: Blinken has told allied countries that border the Black Sea they can rely on Washington's ...
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Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
Day I of the protest rally “No Russian Law” has ended and we'd like to share with you some of the aerial footage we took today.
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“We should be afraid not of political opposition, but of Putinism. Let us be afraid of invasion from the outside, but from the inside ... Show more
Department of State “Deeply concerned” that Russian law would derail Georgia from European path
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“I think society saw yesterday that there were attempts to shout down the discussions. We are witnessing a disinformation attack on Georgian society.“
WFES: More investment in green hydrogen necessary to lower prices, ministers say: Cop29 host Azerbaijan is co-operating with the EU to harness offshore wind ...
thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2024/04/16/wfes-more-investment-in-green-hydrogen-necessary-to-lower-prices-ministers-say/
“It is clear to everyone that today the government is trying to establish total control over us, civil society, and suppress free speech and deliberately ... Show more
“Even more serious and troubling were the statements that directly encouraged violence.”
🔘A physical confrontation occurred between rally participants and police on Chichinadze Street, the area adjacent to the parliament building ... Show more
Punch-up in Georgia’s parliament! Ruling party leader assaulted over ‘Russian law’
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🔘“Along with the process of adopting the "Russian law", which already puts an equal sign between our friends and enemies ... Show more
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Georgian Parliament turns into boxing ring; lawmakers’ brutal fist fighting caught on camera#Georgia #Parliament #Boxingring
Foreign workers in the Esslingen district - How bureaucracy hinders care: Business representatives repeatedly criticize the excessive bureaucracy in the country ...
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The Russian Threat That Triggered a Fistfight in Georgian Parliament: Chaos erupted in Georgia as an opposition leader punched another lawmaker over a ...
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Paid articlePaid “Now we are at such a crossroads that what is required of the president - neutrality, and thinking about the state means thinking about independence and saving ... Show more
Caucasus: Transit trade ambitions compound challenges of containing pollution: Will rising prosperity have life-expectancy downside?
eurasianet.org/caucasus-transit-trade-ambitions-compound-challenges-of-containing-pollution
Family members apply to President to pardon Lazare Grigoriadis: Family members, human rights defenders and supporters of Lazare Grigoriadis ...
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Sea Shield 24 engages troops from 13 states: "Sea Shield 24" is "the most complex exercise organized and conducted by the Romanian Naval Forces," MApN says
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Shalva Papuashvili: “The message is straightforward: if you are a foreign organization funding groups in Georgia involved in policy-making ... Show more
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