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Tuesday, October 7, 2025, #185 (5996)

Anti-Corruption Bureau Investigates Two Political Platforms Over Financial Records

The Anti-Corruption Bureau has launched investigations into two political platforms, Freedom Square and the Movement for Social Democracy, marking another step in the government's expanding scrutiny of civic and political groups. (more)

EU Commission Accuses Georgian Government of 'Russian Propaganda' and Undermining Democracy Over Local Elections

The European Commission has sharply criticized the Georgian Dream government over the recent local elections, accusing it of conducting "Russian propaganda" and undermining democratic standards. (more)

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"Kobakhidze Says Special Operation Underway to Arrest Protesters Involved in Presidential Residence Clashes" (more)

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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)
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