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Monday, June 15, 2026, #106 (6162)

Transparency International Georgia Blames Ruling Party for Police Violence After TV Pirveli Footage

Transparency International Georgia has accused the ruling Georgian Dream party of fostering a culture of police violence and impunity, following the broadcast of footage by TV Pirveli that allegedly showed law enforcement officers beating citizens inside a police station. (more)

MIA Says Officers Seen in Abuse Footage Were Arrested Months Before TV Pirveli Broadcast

Georgia's Interior Ministry said three police officers shown in recently released footage of alleged detainee abuse were arrested earlier this year, after a TV Pirveli teaser sparked widespread public reaction. (more)

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"U.S. and Iran to strike a deal" (more)

Opinion & Analysis

Georgian Dream Prime Ministers: The Rotation Pattern Under Ivanishvili

Opposition media have recently begun discussing the prospect of a prime ministerial change in Georgia drawing near, with potential candidates already being named. (more)
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