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Friday, October 2, 2026, #184 (6240)

UK Sanctions Six Georgia-Linked Figures Over Russia Ties

The United Kingdom has sanctioned six Georgia-linked figures, including the former and newly installed de facto leaders of the Russia-occupied Tskhinvali region, accusing them of supporting Russia or activities that threaten Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. (more)

ComCom Fines Formula TV GEL 10,000 Over Impartiality Violations

Georgia's Communications Commission has fined Formula TV GEL 10,000 for violations of broadcasting rules on impartiality and the expression of personal views in news programs, marking the channel's fourth sanction over similar violations since the rules were amended in 2025. (more)

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"Georgian Patriarch Meets Moscow Church Delegation" (more)

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Opinion & Analysis

The Iceland Referendum and the Georgian Perspective

The referendum held in Iceland, in which voters rejected reopening negotiations with the European Union, drew an active response from representatives of Georgia's ruling Georgian Dream party. (more)
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