Shalva Esartia, an anti-government protester from Zugdidi, Georgia, who was on trial for alleged 'repeated' administrative offenses, has been released through a plea deal. He had faced charges introduced as part of tightened anti-protest laws.

Georgia’s real gross domestic product (GDP) increased by 9% in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same period last year, reaching GEL 24.77 billion (USD 9.178 billion).

Money transfers to Georgia from abroad increased by 7.1% in May, totaling USD 339.85 million, with the European Union and the United States continuing to be the primary sources.

Michael O’Flaherty, the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, urged Georgian authorities to improve police accountability for disproportionate force against protesters and to review or repeal restrictions on freedom.

Georgia Republicans have decided to drop their push for redistricting in 2028, marking a significant setback for Governor Brian Kemp.

Feminist activists in Georgia report an intensifying atmosphere of fear and a 'Soviet-style culture of informants' as pressure on civil society increases, leading to quiet survival strategies.

A court in occupied Abkhazia has sentenced a Georgian citizen to over six years in prison on allegations of espionage. The verdict was delivered on Thursday, June 18, 2026.

Georgian law enforcement authorities have arrested 21 individuals in a new crackdown targeting the criminal underworld, known as the 'thieves’ world,' as announced by the Director of the Central Criminal Police Department.

Georgian MP Nikoloz Samkharadze announced that the ruling Georgian Dream party is prepared to discuss 'critical issues' with the EU, including controversial legislation, and has requested Luxembourg's assistance in lobbying efforts within the European Union.

Georgian Dream MPs have reportedly asked Luxembourgish officials to advocate with the European Commission for the renewal of dialogue with Tbilisi.

Authorities in Georgia are investigating the 'unauthorized' destruction of historic church ruins, a process they reportedly learned about as early as 2025.

Serbia announced it will open an embassy in Georgia and sign a Free Trade Agreement, as bilateral relations between the two countries continue to improve.

Amnesty International states that Georgia's ruling party has established a 'sophisticated architecture of repression' over 500 days of protests, citing restrictive legislation, police abuses, and disinformation.

A Tbilisi City Court has sentenced Kakha Kotorashvili, a 49-year-old currency exchange office owner, to 11 years in prison for his involvement in laundering nearly $700 million between 2022 and 2024.

Georgia's Ministry of Internal Affairs announced that individuals involved in alleged police violence had been arrested in February, a statement made after opposition-leaning TV Pirveli broadcast a teaser showing scenes of the violence.

An opinion piece from Georgia describes ongoing anti-government protests, the imprisonment of poets, and a growing feeling of abandonment by Europe, with cultural gatherings becoming a solace amidst increasing destitution.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board described Georgia’s economy as 'resilient' despite global uncertainty, projecting strong economic growth to continue, though moderating, with 6.5% growth expected in 2026.

Giorgi Bakhuashvili, who reportedly served in the security detail of Georgian Dream founder and billionaire Bidzina Ivanishvili for at least a decade, has been appointed Deputy Interior Minister.

The Prosecutor General’s Office of Georgia, in cooperation with U.S. and Polish authorities, announced the arrest of two foreign nationals involved in a mass international cryptocurrency laundering scheme.

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze praised a nearly 50% growth in foreign direct investment and pledged to attract more investors. He also held a briefing to commend Bidzina Ivanishvili.

Georgia's Interior Ministry has drafted legislation aimed at tightening the rules for granting temporary and permanent residency to foreign students and spouses of Georgian citizens.

A Georgian citizen, illegally detained by Russian occupation forces near Sachkhere municipality, has been released and is now in Tbilisi-controlled territory, as confirmed by Georgia's State Security Service.

Georgia has published new legislative changes that will criminalize 'sham marriages' and revise the rules governing foreign students in the country.

Georgia's foreign direct investment (FDI) reached USD 271.2 million in the first quarter of 2026, marking a significant 47.7% increase compared to the same period in 2025, according to preliminary data from Geostat.

Dzambolat Tadtayev, the de facto prime minister of Georgia’s occupied Tskhinvali/South Ossetia region, resigned on June 8, with de facto president Alan Gagloev nominating former Russian official Marat Kambolov as his replacement.

A 2026 Annual Survey Report, funded by the EU NEIGHBOURS East Programme, indicates that 71% of Georgians support the country's accession to the European Union, with 67% trusting the EU.

Georgia's external merchandise trade, excluding non-declared trade, reached USD 10.439 billion in January-May 2026, marking a 3.7% increase year-on-year, according to preliminary data.

A suspect holding a Georgian passport, reportedly of Chechen origin, has been detained in Poland on suspicion of murdering a Russian artist.

Georgian Dream Defense Minister Irakli Chikovani participated in the 35th Ramstein format meeting at NATO headquarters in Brussels, which gathered defense ministers and senior officials from NATO member and partner countries.

Tbilisi has summoned the UK Ambassador, deeming the UK Embassy's statement regarding international sanctions as 'unacceptable,' indicating diplomatic tension between the two nations.

The European Parliament has called for targeted sanctions against key figures in Georgia's ruling party, state officials, and pro-government media in a critical report.

The lawyer for jailed Georgian opposition politician Elene Khoshtaria, who is serving a 1.5-year prison sentence, reports that her health is deteriorating.

Georgia is hosting the trilateral 'Caucasian Eagle 2026' exercises involving local, Turkish, and Azerbaijani special operations forces, aiming to deepen synchronization and coordination among the three countries.

Marat Kambolov has been appointed the de facto "prime minister" of occupied Tskhinvali/South Ossetia, following a decree signed by the region's de facto "president" Alan Gagloev on June 16.

Joint training exercises for Azerbaijani, Georgian, and Turkish special forces, known as Caucasian Eagle 2026, have commenced at the Mukhrovani military base near Tbilisi. This coincides with the Eagle Partner drills taking place in Armenia.

The Tsiskari School in Tbilisi, founded by the Italian-Georgian Association, held a graduation ceremony for students completing its Italian-Georgian bilingual curriculum, attended by the Italian Ambassador.

First fines were reported in Georgia over “insults” and “petty hooliganism” against political figures, as the Interior Ministry’s newly established Division for Combating Hate Speech began its work.

Released footage shows Georgian police beating detainees, prompting authorities to announce arrests while critics claim the violence is systemic.

Georgia's current vote-counting method is set to be banned, prompting lawmakers to work on finding a replacement solution this week.

Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, accompanied by several GD ministers, visited Kyrgyzstan on June 11-12. This marks what he described as the first 'top-level' visit between the two states, including the GD Foreign Minister.

Maia Darsmelidze, a musician critical of the Georgian Dream government, reported being notified of administrative proceedings by the Interior Ministry's newly established 'hate speech' unit.

A video showing a 10-year-old girl falling during a live performance by a children's chorus on Georgia's Public Broadcaster has sparked widespread criticism, with accusations of negligence directed at adults and TV staff.

The 'MotoForPeace' association, comprising Italian State Police members, has begun a 12,000-kilometer motorcycle journey from Europe to Mongolia, promoting solidarity.

Another 14 defendants charged in connection with the October 4, 2025, tensions were released after the Tbilisi City Court approved their plea agreements with prosecutors.

Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has lauded Georgia’s strategic partnership with China as “exemplary,” a day after Tbilisi and Beijing elevated their relations to a “comprehensive strategic partner.”

A new trial is underway in Paris concerning the theft of rare Russian books, with investigations pointing to Georgian con artists and potential links to the Kremlin. This continues a saga of high-profile book thefts.

Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze held a briefing to extensively praise billionaire founder and honorary chairman of the ruling party, Bidzina Ivanishvili, highlighting his personal role in the country.

A tourist from Sochi has apologized in Gagra, Abkhazia, after wearing a hat depicting Abkhazia and South Ossetia as part of Georgia with a Georgian flag, stating she had no political intent.

The official commissioning of the modernized Baku-Tbilisi-Kars (BTK) railway at Georgia's Akhalkalaki Railway and Logistics Complex marks a significant step for Eurasian connectivity.

The Italian Ambassador to Georgia, Massimiliano D’Antuono, inaugurated a photography exhibition in Tbilisi featuring works by Vittorio Sella and Nika Lebanidze.

Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze and several cabinet members are on their first official visit to Tajikistan, following a similar inaugural trip to Kyrgyzstan, marking a focus on Central Asian relations.

Seven individuals, including 72-year-old doctor Giorgi Chakhunashvili, have been sentenced to three to five years in prison for their involvement in the October 4, 2025, election-day unrest in Tbilisi. The sentences were handed down by Tbilisi City Court Judge Giorgi Gelashvili on June 19.

Seven more individuals, including a 72-year-old doctor, have been sentenced in Georgia in connection with the October 4 protests, bringing the total to 17 convicted in the case.

Today's Georgian proverb emphasizes the value of generosity, stating that giving enriches one, while hoarding leads to loss.

Individuals in Georgia have been fined over public comments, even in cases where no formal complaints were filed, including statements made towards opposition politicians who were not interested in punishment.

Georgia’s Prosecutor’s Office has initiated a criminal investigation against the opposition-leaning channel Formula TV, alleging a 'false report' against pro-government figure Goga Khaindrava.

The defense lawyer for Elene Khoshtaria, imprisoned leader of Georgia's opposition Droa party, stated that her health has significantly worsened in prison, accusing the penitentiary system of inadequate care.

Georgia's Foreign Ministry summoned UK Ambassador Gareth Ward after the British Embassy issued a note about new sanctions targeting a vessel that had accessed a Georgian port.

Georgia Shaw successfully used a tracker to identify and apprehend the man who had repeatedly stolen items from her brother's roadside memorial.

Georgia's Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili criticized EU discussions about limiting new members' veto powers as 'Orwellian' and 'legal segregation,' following remarks by the EU Enlargement Commissioner.

The State Security Service of Georgia has initiated criminal proceedings against former Georgian Railway CEO Davit Peradze and seven other individuals in connection with an alleged large-scale corruption scheme, with six already detained.

Georgia's newly established 'scrolling and screenshots department' has reportedly sent dozens of individuals to court for their public remarks, with one lawyer, Shota Tutberidze, fined ₾4,000 ($1,500) for a comment addressing a ruling party MP.

In Georgia, a student-led movement has adopted fundraising campaigns for children with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) as a safer form of resistance amidst rising protest costs.

The Ministers Committee of the Council of Europe has urged Georgian authorities to revise legislation related to freedom of assembly and ensure a fully enabling environment for NGOs monitoring and assisting relevant cases.

Fourteen detained Georgian protesters have been released under plea deals, bringing the total to 22 out of more than 60 people detained in the case.

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze stated he 'respects' China's 'specific reasons' for abstaining from UN votes on the annual resolution concerning internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Abkhazia and South Ossetia.

A Georgian opposition party has condemned what it describes as a 'new phase of Russian annexation' in South Ossetia. This condemnation highlights ongoing concerns about Russian influence in the region.

Georgia's Interior Ministry announced the arrest of 119 individuals, including 49 suspected drug dealers, during a nationwide anti-drug operation conducted over the past 48 hours.

Eight defendants charged in connection with the October 4, 2025, local election day unrest reached plea agreements, with seven of them walking free from Tbilisi City Court, which approved the deals,…

Georgia's Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili signed amendments to tighten parliamentary accreditation rules for journalists and media outlets, citing the 'European Parliament example'.

Georgia and China have elevated their bilateral relations to a 'Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.' This move signifies a deepening of ties between the two nations across various sectors.

Journalist Afgan Sadigov, previously deported from Georgia to Azerbaijan, was reportedly "forcibly" taken away by masked individuals, according to his wife, raising concerns about his safety.

Georgia's Interior Ministry announced new legislative amendments on June 8, introducing stricter migration rules for foreign students and local educational institutions. The changes also criminalize fictitious marriages between Georgian and foreign citizens.