Mikheil Saakashvili stated that the core of a new revolution in Georgia will be "Generation Z," not political parties. The ex-president also accused two opposition parties of loyalty to billionaire Ivanishvili and attempts to discredit the protests.
Georgia's ruling party, Georgian Dream, did not congratulate the pro-European party Action and Solidarity on its victory in the Moldovan elections. Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze stated that his political force would congratulate its Moldovan counterparts only after Moldova withdraws from the CIS.
On October 12, Ukraine's representative for Junior Eurovision 2025 in Georgia will be determined. Seven young finalists from different regions of the country will compete for the right to go to Tbilisi.
Yaroslava Mahuchikh has been included in the top 10 nominees for the title of best European athlete of 2025. The winners will be announced on October 25 in Batumi, Georgia.
The United Kingdom has expanded sanctions against Russia, adding two oil tankers and Georgian politicians to the list. These measures are aimed at limiting the financing of the war in Ukraine and countering pro-Russian disinformation.
Simon Leviev, known for his fraudulent schemes via Tinder, was detained at Batumi airport. Leviev's lawyers currently do not know the grounds for the arrest.
The Georgian State Security Service stated that SBU (Security Service of Ukraine) officers handed explosives to a Mercedes truck driver for import into Georgia. The driver claims he was allegedly transporting the explosives to Russia, but the Georgian special service does not believe him.
Ukrainian airline XENA, specializing in firefighting, plans to double its fleet to participate in European tenders. The company already has two An-32P aircraft and is actively extinguishing fires in Montenegro and Turkey.
High levels of alcohol consumption directly affect public health, increasing the risks of diseases and social problems.
Armenia and China officially entered into a strategic partnership, agreeing to expand cooperation in political, economic, and humanitarian spheres. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Chinese President Xi Jinping signed a joint statement during the SCO summit, reaffirming support for the "one China" principle.
Turkey has completely severed all trade and economic ties with Israel, including closing its airspace to Israeli aircraft. This move could increase flight times from Israel to some countries by almost two hours.
In Kharkiv, four men, including a 55-year-old suburban resident, were notified of suspicion in a robbery attack on the 89-year-old mother of a Ukrainian soldier. The attackers believed that the woman kept about 50 thousand US dollars in the apartment.
In total, 109 Ukrainians have been repatriated from the Dariali checkpoint. The humanitarian crisis arose due to Russia's actions, which deported Ukrainians to the border with Georgia.
Since 2000, Vladimir Putin has met with five US presidents approximately 48 times. These meetings included discussions on nuclear security, arms reduction, and conflicts that shaped relations between the countries.
Ukrainian and European leaders are concerned about a possible meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska. They fear that Trump may be deceived a second time, and Putin will use the meeting to strengthen his position.
A protest was held in Tbilisi against the statement of Prime Minister Kobakhidze, who blamed the former government for the 2008 war. The protesters accused Russia of occupation.
The hunger strike of Ukrainians stranded at the Georgian checkpoint "Dariali" on the border with Russia has ended. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is working on returning citizens to their homeland and unblocking the transit route.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that Russia's attack on Georgia in 2008 was the first step in changing borders and undermining stability in the region. This aggression led to the occupation of 20% of Georgian territory and the forced displacement of over 200,000 people.
In Tbilisi, several thousand people marched to the parliament, commemorating the 17th anniversary of the Russian-Georgian war. Participants carried national flags and stickers with red poppies, chanting patriotic slogans.
Since June 2025, Russia has intensified the deportation of Ukrainian citizens through the Georgian border, which has led to a deterioration of the humanitarian situation at the Daryali checkpoint. Currently, 96 Ukrainians are in the buffer zone, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is working on their return.
In Cherkasy, a choreographer was notified of suspicion: the woman lost over 1 million hryvnias in an online casino, collected for children's trip to Georgia. Currently, the suspect is under house arrest.
At the "Dariali" border crossing point between Russia and Georgia, 15 Ukrainians have declared a hunger strike, demanding a meeting with Ukrainian representatives and the opportunity to leave or receive international protection. Georgian officials claim that most of those detained were convicted of "serious crimes" in the occupied territories and forcibly removed by Russia.
Five Ukrainians began an indefinite hunger strike at the Dariali checkpoint on the Georgian-Russian border. They demand consular access, an explanation for their detention, and the possibility of leaving or applying for asylum.
An international coalition, led by Canada and Ukraine, called on Russia to unconditionally return abducted Ukrainian children. 38 countries, the Council of Europe, and the EU signed a joint statement, emphasizing the violation of international law.
The Center for Countering Disinformation refuted a Russian fake about Ukraine allegedly refusing to accept 90 of its citizens from the Georgian border. The Ukrainian side systematically works on the return of citizens, but only if their citizenship is confirmed.
Kyrylo Budanov believes that Ukraine should prepare for life under a protracted threat, focusing on security models similar to those of Israel or South Korea. He denied the likelihood of a "Georgian scenario" for Ukraine, emphasizing the impossibility of returning towards Russia.
The full-scale war has placed Ukrainian businesses under extraordinary pressure. For the aviation sector, this has meant more than the loss of access to infrastructure — it has brought a complete shutdown of the domestic market, forced relocation, adaptation to new realities, and the challenge of maintaining world-class standards on the international stage.
The number of representatives of Georgia's ruling party "Georgian Dream" and related individuals who have fallen under Western sanctions has exceeded 230. Restrictions were imposed by the USA, Great Britain, the Baltic states, the Czech Republic, Germany, Poland, and Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump stated that strained relations with Putin and Netanyahu prevent him from receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. He is disappointed by the actions of both leaders regarding the continuation of wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.
The EKO MARKET supermarket chain offers a selection of wines for the summer season that perfectly pair with various dishes. The selection includes Radacini Sauvignon Blanc, Fleuron Royal Blanc, Casillero del Diablo Carmenere, Marengo Brut Bianco, and Kakheturi Pomegranate Red.
