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EU Report Says Georgia Saw Severe Human Rights Restrictions in 2025

The European Union said Georgia experienced major democratic backsliding in 2025, with human rights "severely curtailed" by government measures targeting civil society, opposition figures, protesters and the media. (more)

Communications Commission Fines TV Pirveli 5,000 GEL

The Communications Commission has fined TV Pirveli 5,000 GEL over language used in its news broadcasts, saying the broadcaster presented news based on personal opinions and failed to meet legal requirements for accuracy. The decision was made on Aug. 13. (more)

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"Germany Names Barbara Voss as New Ambassador to Georgia" (more)

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Why Georgian Dream Is Using the Term "Russophobia" During the August War Anniversary

As the anniversary of the August 2008 war recently passed, Georgian Dream intensified a campaign regarding "Russophobia" in Georgia in the style of Russian propaganda, ... (more)
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