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Tuesday, July 15, 2025, #127 (5938)

Jailed Former Ivanishvili Associate Claims Beating in Prison Was Coordinated

Giorgi Bachiashvili, a former top executive at Bidzina Ivanishvili's Co-Investment Fund and once a close ally of the billionaire ex-prime minister, says he was beaten in prison in what he calls a "coordinated activity between the prison administration and criminals." (more)

Lelo and For Georgia Sign Pre-Election Pact, Break Ranks with Opposition Boycott

Two opposition parties, Lelo/Strong Georgia and For Georgia, announced a cooperation agreement ahead of the October 4 local elections, breaking with the broader opposition movement that is largely boycotting the vote. (more)

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"Two Dead, One Injured After Building Collapse Near Station Square in Tbilisi" (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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