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Georgian President Zurabishvili leaves the palace before the inauguration of her successor

Salome Zurabishvili announced her voluntary withdrawal from the Orbeliani Presidential Palace in Tbilisi. She called the upcoming inauguration of the new president, Mikheil Kavelashvili, a “travesty” and declared her unwavering commitment to the country.

News of the World • December 29, 08:19 AM • 23699 views

Zurabishvili says she will stay at the Presidential residence

Salome Zurabishvili says she is staying in the Orbeliani presidential palace in Tbilisi ahead of the new president's inauguration. She does not recognize the results of the December 14 presidential election, which was won by Mikheil Kavelashvili.

Politics • December 28, 08:45 PM • 37186 views

In Tbilisi, women marched in protest. One of the participants was attacked by a supporter of the “Georgian Dream”

Women's protest marches “For Georgia” were held in Tbilisi and three other cities in Georgia. During the march in Tbilisi, an unknown person attacked a participant, and President Salome Zurabishvili supported the protesters.

News of the World • December 25, 06:35 PM • 23546 views

The crisis in Georgia is deepening: Zurabishvili announced the creation of a council to prepare new elections

Salome Zurabishvili announced the creation of a council to prepare for new parliamentary elections. The President warned the Georgian Dream that if no agreement is reached by December 29, the regime will collapse.

News of the World • December 24, 07:11 PM • 24015 views

“Georgians have the right to move towards a united Europe": Duda assures Zurabishvili of support

Polish President Andrzej Duda expressed support for Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili and her European aspirations. He supported holding new parliamentary elections in Georgia in accordance with OSCE recommendations.

News of the World • December 24, 02:45 AM • 20195 views

Zurabishvili responds to the threat of arrest by the head of the Georgian government

Salome Zurabishvili said “We are not afraid” in response to the threats of imprisonment from Prime Minister Kobakhidze. The President supported the protesters in Tbilisi and insisted that new parliamentary elections be called.

News of the World • December 22, 08:22 PM • 29018 views

“Chain of Unity": Georgians are preparing a large-scale protest against the new president

On December 28, Georgia will hold an hour-long protest called the Chain of Unity against the inauguration of the new president. The protesters will form a human chain on the streets of seven locations in Tbilisi and other cities.

News of the World • December 22, 11:24 AM • 23032 views

Georgia to change scandalous law on “foreign agents” together with the Council of Europe

Georgian authorities will set up a working group with the Council of Europe to amend the law on “foreign agents. ” Prime Minister Kobakhidze promised to release most of the detained protesters and stop the use of force.

News of the World • December 20, 11:52 AM • 18615 views

Today, more than 10 protest marches have been announced in Tbilisi: everyone from football fans to veterinarians will march

More than 10 marches are planned in the Georgian capital for the 18th day of protests against the suspension of EU accession negotiations. Participants include Real Madrid and Barcelona fans, What? Where? When? players, veterinarians, and IT professionals.

News of the World • December 15, 10:24 AM • 23374 views

Main Christmas tree lighting ceremony canceled in Tbilisi

The New Year's tree lighting ceremony near the Tbilisi parliament was postponed due to an opposition protest. The President offered to move the event to her residence, but the mayor criticized the idea.

News of the World • December 14, 10:36 PM • 20371 views

Nobody chose anyone: Georgian President Zurabishvili reacts to the election of a new leader of the country

The current President of Georgia, Salome Zurabishvili, called the election of the new President, Mikheil Kavelashvili, illegitimate.

News of the World • December 14, 01:47 PM • 22624 views

Tbilisi protests against presidential candidate without higher education

Protesters against the only presidential candidate, Mikheil Kavelashvili, gathered near the Georgian parliament. The demonstrators came with diplomas, emphasizing the candidate's lack of higher education.

News of the World • December 14, 06:38 AM • 22659 views

Protests in Tbilisi ahead of single-candidate presidential election

Protesters gathered near the Georgian parliament ahead of the presidential election with a single candidate from the ruling party. The protests erupted after the announcement of the termination of negotiations with the EU, and the current president refuses to leave office.

News of the World • December 14, 04:36 AM • 21736 views

Even bad weather does not stop pro-European protest in Batumi

A mass rally in favor of Georgia's European integration continues in the center of Batumi, despite strong winds and heavy rain. The protesters were joined by sailors and psychologists, and a delegation of the European Parliament arrived in Tbilisi to support the rally.

News of the World • December 13, 08:20 PM • 16919 views

Georgian President accuses Tbilisi mayor of provocation over plans to light Christmas tree amid protests

Salome Zurabishvili criticized the Tbilisi mayor's plans to light the Christmas tree during protests near the parliament. The President proposed to postpone the celebration to December 17 and change the location.

News of the World • December 13, 06:20 PM • 18902 views

Protests in Georgia: MEPs attend pro-European rally in Tbilisi

The European Parliament delegation arrives in Tbilisi and supports a pro-European rally on Rustaveli Avenue. The protesters demand sanctions against the Georgian Dream, and MEPs recognize only the institution of the president as legitimate.

News of the World • December 12, 07:57 PM • 32148 views

Protests in Georgia: civil servants join protesters

Public sector workers in Georgia joined 14 days of protests near the parliament. In response, the government is preparing amendments to the law that will make it more difficult for fired civil servants to return to work.

News of the World • December 12, 12:17 AM • 18044 views

Georgia's security service warns of possible casualties at protests before presidential election

Georgia's security service has announced plans by “destructive forces” to escalate the situation in the country before the December 14 presidential election. Seven activists have already been detained in Tbilisi and Kutaisi after a peaceful protest.

News of the World • December 10, 10:49 AM • 17374 views

In Georgia, there have been "quiet" arrests of activists

In Tbilisi and Kutaisi, seven activists were detained after a peaceful protest rally on Rustaveli Avenue. Among the detainees are a well-known pediatrician and a presidential scholarship recipient, and there are also reports of anonymous threats against the protesters.

News of the World • December 10, 09:44 AM • 17410 views

There is no confirmation yet: the Ukrainian embassy is monitoring the issue of possible detention of a Ukrainian in Tbilisi

The Ukrainian Embassy in Georgia is investigating reports of the detention of a Ukrainian citizen during the protests in Tbilisi. The fact of the detained person's Ukrainian citizenship has not yet been confirmed by the Georgian side.

Politics • December 9, 06:43 PM • 30400 views

Protesters in Tbilisi turned a Christmas tree into a symbol of resistance

Near the Georgian parliament, activists decorated the Christmas tree with flags and photos of victims of previous protests. The frame of the Christmas tree was decorated with flags of Georgia, Ukraine, the EU and the United States, as well as photos of journalists and activists.

News of the World • December 8, 08:22 PM • 53048 views

Georgia plans to ban covering its face at rallies and actions

The pro-government Georgian Dream party plans to ban covering your face at rallies and actions. The decision was made after a series of attacks on journalists, during which more than 56 media representatives were injured.

News of the World • December 8, 01:23 PM • 21554 views

Unknown assailants in black attacked journalists and protesters in Tbilisi

A series of attacks on journalists and citizens took place in the center of Tbilisi, including a cameraman, a journalist and an actor. The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia has opened a criminal case, the attackers are compared to "titushki".

News of the World • December 7, 07:45 PM • 26467 views

Case of riots at rallies in Tbilisi: the number of detainees increased to 28

The Georgian Interior Ministry reported 28 detainees in connection with riots at protest actions in Tbilisi. Among those detained are actor Andro Chichinadze and comedian Onis Tskadadze, about 450 people were detained in just 9 days of actions.

News of the World • December 7, 12:13 PM • 21243 views

Another fifty people were detained during the night dispersal of protests in Tbilisi

The Georgian Interior Ministry detained 48 people during the dispersal of a protest rally in Tbilisi, including a journalist and a politician. The Ombudsman stated that there are no legal grounds for interfering in a peaceful rally.

News of the World • December 7, 07:24 AM • 20174 views

Special forces dispersed protesters near the Georgian parliament: what is happening

In Tbilisi, special forces forcibly pushed protesters away from the parliament building and are detaining them. Protests continue over the decision of the authorities to suspend the country's European integration.

News of the World • December 6, 09:01 PM • 20111 views

The Foreign Ministry responded to the message about the detention of a Ukrainian in Georgia

The embassy of Ukraine in Georgia checks reports of detention of a citizen of Ukraine during protests. Official requests were sent to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia to establish the identity and confirm the citizenship of the detainee.

Society • December 6, 04:39 PM • 34202 views

Ukrainian detained during anti - government protests in Tbilisi-mass media

In Tbilisi, police detained a Ukrainian citizen during anti-government protests, seizing pepper spray and a phone. The detainee faces up to 9 years in prison on suspicion of organizing group violence.

Politics • December 5, 07:28 PM • 33884 views

Georgian prime minister promises to "eradicate" the "liberal-fascist" opposition, but protests in the country continue

Irakli Kobakhidze called the opposition "liberal-fascist" and promised to destroy it. Thousands of protesters take to the streets of Tbilisi for the seventh day in a row, demanding a European course.

News of the World • December 5, 01:10 PM • 17419 views

Kobakhidze, Ivanishvili and others: who among Georgia's top officials are on Ukraine's sanctions list

The NSDC imposed 10-year sanctions against 19 representatives of the Georgian government, including Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze. The sanctions were imposed on politicians who support Putin's policies.

Politics • December 5, 09:04 AM • 18789 views

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