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Monday, October 19, 2026, #194 (6250)

Kobakhidze Defends Restrictions on Media Language

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has defended a Communications Commission regulation restricting the use of certain words and phrases in the media, saying news broadcasts must meet standards of objectivity and neutrality. (more)

Japaridze Warns Legal Changes Could Bar Thousands From Politics

Zurab Girchi Japaridze, a leader of the opposition Coalition for Change, has warned that proposed legal measures could prevent thousands of people from participating in Georgian politics, extending beyond the banning of opposition parties. (more)

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"Georgian Dream Says Past Corruption Challenges Have Been Overcome" (more)

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Iranian Ambassador's Attempts to Reinterpret Georgia's History Draw Backlash

Iran's ambassador to Georgia has faced growing backlash over a series of statements concerning Shah Abbas I's actions against Georgia in the early 17th century. (more)
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