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Kobakhidze Responds to Swedish PM's LGBTQ+ Statement, Says Georgia Must Take Preventive Measures

Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has responded to recent comments by Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson regarding LGBTQ+ rights in Ukraine, warning that the statement sheds light on future risks and demands that may be placed on Georgia during its own EU integration process. (more)

Court Orders Psychiatric Evaluation for Detained Activist Nino Datashvili, Lawyers Say Move is Meant to Discredit Her

Tbilisi City Court has ordered the involuntary transfer of activist and teacher Nino Datashvili to a psychiatric facility for a twenty-day evaluation, following a request from prosecutors. (more)

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"Zourabichvili Voices Support for Imprisoned Activist and Journalist, Calls Regime 'Weak'" (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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