The Messenger - Georgia's English Language Daily

Former Defense Minister Juansher Burchuladze Sent to Pretrial Detention

Tbilisi City Court has ordered former Defense Minister Juansher Burchuladze into pretrial detention as prosecutors pursue charges of abuse of official authority and legalization of illegal income. (more)

Pre-Trial Detention Ordered for UNM's Levan Khabeishvili

The Tbilisi City Court, presided over by Judge Pikria Sikturashvili, has issued two rulings in connection with ongoing political and criminal proceedings involving opposition figures. (more)

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"Rustaveli Avenue Blocked for 291st Day of Continuous Protest" (more)

Eight Opposition Parties Don't Recognise Local Elections as Legitimate, Refuse to Participate

Boycott or participate in local elections? This question has fractured Georgia's pro-Western opposition forces. Eight opposition parties have announced they will not take part in the local self-government elections scheduled for October 4. (more)