Georgia, 31.03.2026 – Police in Georgia have made significant arrests following complex operations in Tbilisi, targeting supporters of neo-Nazi groups and fascist ideology. Thirteen individuals have been detained, with seven identified as minors. According to Tbilisi Police Department head, Vaja Siradze, the arrests stem from investigations revealing the group’s intent to increase visibility and spread…
Georgia, March 30, 2026 – U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged in a telephone conversation with Georgia’s prime minister, Irakli Kobakhidze. The U.S. Department of State confirmed the discussion took place. The talks centered on key areas of shared concern, notably security within the Caucasus and Black Sea regions. A significant element of the…
Georgia-USA 30.03.2026 The U.S. has extended sanctions against Bidzina Ivanishvili, frequently described as Georgia’s “shadow ruler.” Tbilisi Share Share U.S. sanctions targeting Ivanishvili represent a significant escalation. U.S. President Donald Trump has implemented sanctions mirroring those previously introduced by the Biden administration. These include Bidzina Ivanishvili, the founder of the ruling Georgian Dream party and…
The escalating restrictions on the internet within the north Caucasus region raise serious questions about the future for communities like those in Vladikavkaz. For years, the area has experienced various internet blockades, prompting the concern: how much worse can things become? Victoria, a teacher in North Ossetia, exemplifies the impact. Despite using WhatsApp to connect…
The Georgian Dream party has reacted strongly to a recent report from the House of Commons Foreign Affairs Committee, alleging that the UK government is controlled by a “deep state.” Following recommendations for new financial and travel sanctions on Georgian officials, the committee voiced serious concerns regarding the continued decline of democracy in Georgia. They…
A foreign guest caused damage to a painting by a Georgian artist at Tbilisi’s Stamba Hotel. The incident, involving an artist named Lola Beebs, occurred in December 2025 and was recently highlighted on Georgian social media. Photos and video posted by Beebs on Instagram showed her repainting a work displayed in a hotel bedroom. The…
The American University of Armenia (AUA) transitioned to online learning due to escalating threats originating from Iran. This precautionary measure followed Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warning of targeting US and Israeli universities within West Asia as retribution for attacks on Iranian institutions. The AUA emphasized that it hadn’t received direct threats, yet closely monitored…
Severe flooding has impacted vast areas of the north Caucasus, including Daghestan and Azerbaijan, following unprecedented rainfall on March 27-28, 2026. This represents the largest-scale flooding event in the region in a century. The situation is particularly dire in Daghestan, where hundreds of residential buildings and thousands of residents have been evacuated due to water…
Nikol Pashinyan, Armenian Prime Minister, faced an attempted assault during a church service on Sunday, sparking widespread condemnation and raising concerns about the state of democracy in the country. The incident occurred at Saint Anna Church during Palm Sunday, a significant religious holiday. Three individuals have been detained following the attempt, with authorities opening a…
Georgia’s national energy regulator has announced a significant rise in electricity tariffs, set to begin on April 1st. The increase will range from 19% to 33%, depending on individual household consumption levels. The Energy and Water Supply Regulatory Commission, responsible for setting these tariffs, has outlined a 5-tetri per kWh increase for residential consumers in…