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Thursday, June 25, 2026, #114 (6170)

Italy's Deputy FM Visits Tbilisi, Meets Georgian Dream and Opposition

Italy's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Edmondo Cirielli visited Tbilisi on June 23, holding separate meetings with Georgian Dream officials and opposition party representatives. (more)

17 Detained in GEL 53.8 Million Psychotropic Drug Scheme Case

Investigative Service of the Ministry of Finance of Georgia has detained 17 people and opened criminal proceedings against 24 legal entities over an alleged illegal psychotropic drug trade that generated more than GEL 53.8 million between 2018 and 2025, authorities announced on June 24. (more)

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"28 Receive Full Prison Terms as October 4 Trials Continue" (more)

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Georgian Dream Prime Ministers: The Rotation Pattern Under Ivanishvili

Opposition media have recently begun discussing the prospect of a prime ministerial change in Georgia drawing near, with potential candidates already being named. (more)
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