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PACE Members Warn of Possible Expulsion of Georgia from Council of Europe

A group of 51 members of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) has warned that Georgia is violating its commitments as a Council of Europe member and risks losing its place in the organization. (more)

Papuashvili Criticizes EU, Kobakhidze Warns of 'Deficit of Sovereignty' in Europe

Georgian Dream Speaker of Parliament Shalva Papuashvili has sharply criticized the European Union, accusing Brussels of pressuring Georgia and undermining its sovereignty. (more)

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"Samadashvili: Possible Expulsion from Council of Europe a 'Massive Alarm Bell'" (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)