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Wednesday, August 5, 2026, #143 (6199)

Kobakhidze Accuses Opposition of Adopting Anti-Russian Stance Only After Ukraine War

Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has questioned why Georgia's opposition adopted what he described as a radical anti-Russian position after Russia's full scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, instead of following the 2008 Russia-Georgia war. (more)

Kaladze Defends Hate Speech Department After US Embassy Raises Concerns

Georgian Dream Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze said freedom of speech in Georgia is protected but should not be used as a justification for insults, profanity or personal attacks. (more)

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"Investigation Into 2024 Attack on Nika Melia Resumes, Lawyer Says" (more)

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Georgia's Strategic Reorientation Since 2022

Since 2022-particularly following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine-a dramatic transformation has taken place in Georgia's foreign policy and strategic partnership priorities. (more)
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