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Thursday, September 18, 2025, #172 (5983)

Ukrainian Embassy and Georgian Parliament Speaker Clash over Explosives Case

The Ukrainian Embassy in Tbilisi and Georgia's parliament speaker traded sharply different accounts on Wednesday after Georgian security services detained two Ukrainian citizens and said they had found 2.4 kilograms of explosive hexogen in their vehicle. (more)

Prosecutor's Office Uncovers $624 Million Money Laundering Scheme in Georgia

The Prosecutor's Office of Georgia, in cooperation with the State Security Service, has uncovered a large-scale money laundering scheme involving the legalization of approximately 624 million US dollars and 35 million euros between 2022 and 2024. (more)

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"Hearing for Detained Teacher Nino Datashvili Postponed Again Due to Health Issues" (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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