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Tuesday, May 27, 2025, #092 (5903)

Macron, Tusk, and Merz Issue Joint Statement on Georgia's Independence Day Condemning Democratic Backsliding

On the occasion of Georgia's Independence Day, French President Emmanuel Macron, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz issued a joint statement sending a message of friendship and solidarity to the Georgian people while expressing serious concerns about the state of democracy in the country. (more)

International Community Condemns Arrest of Georgian Opposition Leader Zurab Japaridze

On May 22, Tbilisi City Court Judge Irakli Shvangiradze ordered the pre-trial detention of Zurab Japaridze, leader of the opposition party Girchi - More Freedom. (more)

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"Salome Zourabichvili Addresses Election Plans for Fall 2025" (more)

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Ongoing Political Crisis and Protest in Georgia

The political crisis in Georgia continues along with the uninterrupted protest on Rustaveli Avenue, while the fifth President Salome Zurabishvili along with a few opposition leaders and civil society representatives coordinate efforts to draw international attention. (more)
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