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Zourabichvili Warns of Limited Paths for Change in Georgia

The 5th President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili said the country faces only two possible avenues for political change: elections or protests leading up to them. (more)

Opposition Candidate Kupradze Meets Brussels Mayor, Draws Criticism from Georgian Dream

Irakli Kupradze, the joint mayoral candidate of the Strong Georgia-Lelo coalition, met with Brussels Mayor Philippe Close on Thursday as part of a visit aimed at strengthening ties between the two capitals. (more)

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"Kobakhidze Criticizes EU Policy, Calls for Reset in Relations" (more)

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)