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Tuesday, August 12, 2025, #147 (5958)

Bachiashvili Accuses Ivanishvili of Orchestrating Case Over Refusal to Push Anti-Western Narrative

Former Co-Investment Fund Director General Giorgi Bachiashvili has accused Georgian Dream founder Bidzina Ivanishvili of using "1990s-style methods" to pursue a politically motivated case against him, claiming he was tortured in prison after refusing to engage in anti-Western propaganda. (more)

Lawyer Says Jailed Activist Insaf Aliyev on Hunger Strike Over Prison Conditions

Insaf Aliyev, an activist charged with group violence during recent protests, has begun a hunger strike to protest what his lawyer calls inhumane treatment and unsafe conditions in prison. (more)

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"Georgian Dream Unveils Mayoral Candidates in 63 Municipalities" (more)

Opinion & Analysis

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)
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