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Thursday, March 13, 2025, #045 (5856)

Former President Saakashvili Sentenced to Nine Years in Jackets Case

Former Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili was sentenced to nine years in prison on March 12 by Judge Badri Kochlamazashvili in the so-called Jackets case, a trial centered on the misappropriation of state funds. (more)

GYLA Raises Alarming Concerns Over Government Surveillance of Protesters

The Georgian Young Lawyers' Association (GYLA) has raised serious concerns about the Ministry of Internal Affairs' targeted surveillance of protest participants, claiming that the government is unlawfully gathering personal information using facial recognition technology and live camera monitoring. (more)

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"Businessman Giorgi Chikvaidze Declares Hunger Strike Amid Legal Battle" (more)

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The Day Georgia Lost Its Independence - And How It's Remembered Today

Last month marked the anniversary of a pivotal moment in Georgia's history - the loss of its independence. (more)
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