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Georgia's Parliament Has Become One-party
3 Opposition MPs were stripped of their mandates. The Georgian parliament has become one-party, with the ruling pro-Russian party stripped of the mandates of 12 deputies from the opposition party "For Georgia" of former Prime Minister Giorgi...

Boat explosion on Georgia lake injures at least 5 people, officials say
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Southeast Georgia Road Work Weekly Traffic Interruption Advisory July 5 - 11
Georgia Department of Transportation continues essential road work throughout Southeast Georgia. As a result, work on construction and maintenance projects will continue Saturday, July 5 through Friday, July 11. Independence Day holiday...

UK Foreign Secretary: “I am concerned about the sentencing of several opposition figures in Georgia”
Stephen Doughty on sanctions against Georgian Dream “We do not comment on or speculate about possible future sanctions [against the Georgian government], as doing so could undermine their effectiveness,” said UK Minister for Europe, North America,...

Valdosta prepares for South Georgia’s biggest fireworks show Friday night
VALDOSTA, GA. (WTXL) — It’s being called the biggest fireworks show in the South—and it’s happening right here in Lowndes County. Officials urge residents to skip backyard fireworks and enjoy VLPRA’s professional show. Best views are between exits...

Russia’s psychological operations in Georgia: a multifaceted strategy of control
Georgia remains a key target for Moscow’s hybrid operations. Combining some direct physical actions with influence campaigns, the Kremlin aims to convince the country that its presence and power are a natural state of affairs. July 4, 2025 -...

'Horrible Conditions' For Ukrainians Stuck At The Georgian-Russian Border
A windowless basement space at a remote border crossing in Georgia has become the cramped home for Ukrainians who have been held by Russia, in some cases for years, and who are now being deporting. Russia is kicking the Ukrainians out after...

Fourth of July events, fireworks shows to attend across Middle Georgia
(WGXA) — Still need plans to celebrate Independence Day in Middle Georgia? Here in Macon, Lake Tobesofkee will host its 28th Annual Sparks Over the Park Independence Day celebration, complete with live music from the Plum Tuckered Band and a...

Georgia not to allow fifth attempt at revolution by West — PM
TBILISI, July 3. /TASS/. The Georgian government will not allow a fifth attempt at revolution in the country organized by Western forces, Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze said. "There were real campaigns funded from abroad, directed against the...

“What’s stopping us from calling it treason?” — opinion on Georgian Dream’s response to OSCE criticism
Georgian Dream did not recognize the Portuguese Declaration The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly adopted the Portuguese Declaration, which, among other issues, addresses Syria’s recognition of the independence of Abkhazia and South Ossetia – regions...

Salome Zurabishvili: We congratulate the U.S. on the Independence Day and are grateful for its unwavering support
The fifth President of Georgia, Salome Zurabishvili, congratulates the United States on the Independence Day. Salome Zurabishvili thanks the United States for its unwavering support on Platform X. “The US has always stood for independence, freedom...

Skipper Craig Casey highlights real danger in Georgia as Ireland call in half-a-dozen debutants to matchday squad
Ireland start two and have a further four new caps on the bench as they open their summer tour against Georgia in Tbilisi this evening. Paul O'Connell takes charge of the side in the absence of Andy Farrell and Simon Easterby while the relatively...

March dedicated to US Independence Day underway in Tbilisi
A march dedicated to the Independence Day of the United States of America has begun in the Republic Square. According to the participants of the march, in this way they once again express their respect and friendly attitude towards America. As...

Georgian MFA: Making a note in the condolence book was an initiative o...
Tbilisi (GBC) - “On June 26, 2025, the Iranian Embassy sent an official note to the Georgian Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding the opening of a book of condolences at the Embassy. A corresponding entry was made in the book of condolences...

How repression in Georgia is intensifying and how the opposition might respond
In recent weeks, the Georgian authorities have sharply escalated their repressive actions. Within just a few days, six leaders of opposition parties were arrested. All of whom have since been sentenced to 7 or 8 months in prison. Two more...

Between the beats: Live music in techno-driven Tbilisi
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16 Georgian Wine Tastings Held in Major U.S. Supermarkets
Tbilisi (GBC) - In June 2025, 16 Georgian wine tastings were held across eight major supermarket chains in New York and Connecticut, showcasing the country’s rich winemaking heritage to American consumers. The events were organized by CORUS...

Georgia vs. Ireland Rugby Lineups, Kickoff Time & How To Watch
Ireland Rugby has never advanced out of the quarterfinals of the Rugby World Cup despite entering the last two as among the favorites to win it all. Some say they are cursed. But whatever the issue is, the task of changing it might be starting in...

Georgia and Luxembourg Sign Protocol to Strengthen Tax Cooperation
On the sidelines of the Constituency Meeting of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) held in Luxembourg, Lasha Khutsishvili, Minister of Finance of Georgia, held a bilateral meeting with Gilles Roth, Minister of...

Qvevri Expands to Batumi: “Colonnades by Qvevri” to Open with Grand Celebration on July 5
A new branch of the Qvevri restaurant—Colonnades by Qvevri—is set to open in Batumi on July 5. The venue, designed to accommodate 400 guests, will launch with a grand event on Batumi Boulevard. The Batumi location introduces a distinct and refined...