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Monday, August 3, 2026, #141 (6197)

UNM Chair Accuses Party Members of Using Georgian Dream-Style Tactics in Congress Dispute

United National Movement (UNM) chair Tina Bokuchava has accused members of her party of violating internal procedures during a Political Council meeting that set the date for a party congress, saying the process was not legitimate. (more)

Jailed Georgian Opposition Politician Aleko Elisashvili Faces New Criminal Charge

Imprisoned Georgian opposition politician Aleko Elisashvili has been charged with contempt of court after prosecutors accused him of insulting a police officer during a court hearing, adding to the criminal cases already pending against him. (more)

The News in Brief

"Nauru Withdraws Recognition of Abkhazia and Tskhinvali Regions" (more)

International News

"Chancellor Merz Nominates New Ministers for Federal Cabinet" (more)

Opinion & Analysis

Georgia's Strategic Reorientation Since 2022

Since 2022-particularly following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine-a dramatic transformation has taken place in Georgia's foreign policy and strategic partnership priorities. (more)
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