Three police officers were injured in a shooting in Daghestan following an attempt to quell a disturbance. The incident occurred in the village of Nizhny Dzhengutay, situated near Buynaksk, Western Daghestan. The officers responded to the scene of a dispute by chance and intervened to halt the confrontation. However, one individual disregarded their lawful commands…
Georgia’s Forbes Top 100 reveals a complex landscape of wealth, offshore holdings, and shifting power dynamics within the country. The list highlights an uneven distribution of resources and a unique social relationship where many poor Georgians look to the wealthy for protection and hope, rather than as models for economic success. Few anticipate that the…
Georgia’s economy experienced substantial growth in February, reaching 8.8% according to recent figures. This positive trend aligns with projections from Moody’s, which anticipates continued economic growth of 6% for 2026. The National Statistics Bureau attributes this expansion to key sectors including IT and communication, transport and storage, financial activities, manufacturing, and mining. In March, Moody’s…
Five individuals have been arrested in armenia following allegations of vote-buying linked to Samvel karapetyan’s Strong Armenia party. The accusations center around a scheme intended to influence the upcoming parliamentary elections on June 7th. The Anti-Corruption Committee stated they possess factual data indicating a plan to distribute electoral bribes, aiming to ensure participation and secure…
The Georgian opposition has initiated a nationwide mobilization effort, culminating in a major demonstration on May 26th, Georgia’s Independence Day. An alliance of opposition parties within Georgia announced this campaign on March 31st. The initiative, formally outlined in a political strategy and code of conduct, was presented by Zurab Japaridze, leader of Girchi — More…
Aleksandre (Aleko) elisashvili, a georgian opposition politician, faces new terrorism charges following a previous jail sentence for attempting to set fire to the Tbilisi City Court in November 2025. The Prosecutor General’s Office alleges that on May 4, 2025, elisashvili, disguised and equipped with materials for a terrorist act, approached the court archive. He reportedly…
Vladimir Putin awarded Akhmat Kadyrov, the son of Chechen Head Ramzan Kadyrov, with a presidential commendation recognizing his contributions to ‘physical culture and sport,’ alongside many years of dedicated service. This recognition came on March 30th, following an order signed by Putin, published on the official legal information portal. Akhmat Kadyrov currently holds several key…
Abkhazia 31.03.2026 Two cities in Abkhazia to be allowed to manage their own revenues Two cities within Abkhazia, New Athos and Pitsunda, will now be permitted to independently manage their financial resources. This generous decision by the authorities doesn’t compromise state finances, as both resorts are currently self-sufficient and contribute more revenue to the state…
In 2026, Georgia faced significant challenges regarding the implementation of judgments from the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR), resulting in nearly €750,000 in compensation payments. The Council of Europe’s 2025 report revealed persistent systemic issues within the country’s legal framework. A total of 202 cases had been brought against Georgia before the ECHR since…
Abkhazia’s airport and bakeries: Why profitability remains elusive Sukhum – Abkhazia’s economy is transitioning toward a market-based model, yet success has been limited and the economy largely retains government control. The government continues to attempt investment stimulation, a strategy that has proven ineffective. These assessments highlight systemic, rather than isolated, economic challenges, discussed in a…