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Wednesday, October 22, 2025, #195 (6006)

ISFED: Ruling Party-Linked Media Outlets Received Nearly GEL 6 Million from Georgian Dream and State Budget

The International Society for Fair Elections and Democracy (ISFED) has reported that 22 online media outlets connected to Georgia's ruling Georgian Dream party have received close to GEL 6 million from the party and public funds over the past six years. (more)

Papuashvili Accuses EU Officials of 'Hypocrisy' Over Remarks on People's Will

Georgian Dream Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili has sharply criticized recent comments by EU Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos and several European foreign ministers, accusing them of misrepresenting the "will of the Georgian people" and violating the country's sovereignty. (more)

Reuters: Russian Oil Company Delivers First Cargo to Georgia's New Kulevi Refinery

Russian oil producer Russneft has delivered the first shipment of crude oil to Georgia's newly built Kulevi refinery this month, Reuters reported, citing LSEG ship-tracking data and industry sources. (more)

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"Georgian Dream Leaders Meet Armenian Prime Minister to Strengthen Cooperation" (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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