The Messenger - Georgia's English Language Daily

Georgian Dream Introduces Stricter Penalties for Protest Violations

Georgian Dream's ruling parliamentary majority has proposed new measures to tighten penalties for certain actions during public demonstrations. (more)

Federalists' Kirtadze Says Lelo and UNM Were Intentionally Excluded as Opposition Regroups

Tengo Kirtadze of the Federalists party stated that Lelo and the United National Movement (UNM) have been identified as obstructive forces and were therefore excluded from the formation of the new political process. (more)

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"Three Arrested in Adjara on Terrorism Charges Linked to Islamic State" (more)

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)