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Papuashvili Accuses Brussels of 'Bipolar Disorder' over EU's Mixed Messages on Georgia

Georgian Dream Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili accused the European Union of sending conflicting signals to Georgia, saying Brussels acts with "bipolar disorder" in its approach to the country's sanctions policy. (more)

Bokuchava Tells EuroNest Georgia Has Become 'An Autocratic Dead End'

Tina Bokuchava, Chair of the United National Movement (UNM), delivered a strongly worded speech at the EuroNest Parliamentary Assembly, accusing the ruling Georgian Dream party of leading the country away from its European path and turning it into an autocratic state. (more)

TI-Georgia Accuses Georgian Dream Of Concealing Scale of Elite Corruption

Transparency International Georgia has accused the ruling Georgian Dream party of concealing the true extent of elite corruption, saying recent charges against former officials are selective and politically motivated. (more)

The News in Brief

"Former Deputy Minister Koba Gabunia Arrested for Abuse of Power" (more)

Opinion & Analysis

One Year Since the October 26 Parliamentary Elections

The year following the 2024 parliamentary elections can be assessed as one of the most difficult periods in Georgia's recent political history. It has been characterized by intense political confrontation, the erosion of democratic institutions, and a serious setback to the country's European integration. (more)
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