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22 now held after ‘attempted coup’ in Georgia

TBILISI, October 8 – Georgia’s Interior Ministry announced Wednesday that four more people have been arrested in connection with the violent unrest that erupted in Tbilisi on October 4, bringing the total number of detainees to 22. Deputy Interior Minister Aleksandre Darakhvelidze told reporters that the arrests were made under court orders as part of … Read more

Former prison chief found dead in Georgia

TBILISI, October 8 – The former director of Gldani prison in Tbilisi, Davit Gogoberishvili, has been found dead with a gunshot wound, Georgian media reported Wednesday. According to Interpressnews, Gogoberishvili’s body was discovered inside a garage, and early reports suggest he sustained a fatal wound from a firearm. The Ministry of Internal Affairs confirmed that … Read more

South Korea provides USD 416,000 grant to Georgia’s foreign ministry

TBILISI, October 2 – South Korea’s embassy in Tbilisi has awarded a grant to Georgia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, according to a government decree published on September 19. The support, valued at USD 416,420, comes in the form of technical equipment and other resources to strengthen the ministry’s capacity. The Georgian government formally approved the … Read more

October 3 declared a public holiday for state employees

TBILISI, October 2 – Georgia’s government has declared October 3 a public holiday for employees of administrative bodies, according to a decree signed by Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze. The order applies across state institutions but makes exceptions for financial obligations overseen by the National Bank of Georgia. This means that while government offices will close, … Read more

Tbilisi court resumes trial after second bomb threat evacuation

TBILISI, October 1 – Court hearings at Tbilisi City Court resumed Tuesday afternoon after the building was evacuated due to a bomb threat. Officials said explosives experts and sniffer dogs inspected the courthouse before allowing lawyers, staff, and the public back inside. The evacuation halted proceedings for several hours. The interruption came during the trial … Read more

Bomb threat forces new evacuation of Tbilisi City Court

TBILISI, October 1 – Tbilisi City Court was evacuated on Tuesday after a bomb threat was phoned in, halting all hearings and sealing off the main entrance. Police and emergency services quickly arrived at the scene, according to local reports. Proceedings in every courtroom were suspended as officers moved staff, lawyers, and visitors outside the … Read more

New rules toughen exams for heavy vehicle drivers in Georgia

TBILISI, October 1 – Georgia has introduced tougher requirements for drivers seeking licenses to operate large vehicles with trailers. As of October 1, candidates applying for CE and DE categories, covering heavy trucks and buses with trailers, as well as the C1E and D1E subcategories, must pass a new two-stage practical exam. Holders of regular … Read more

Georgia enforces stricter residency rules for foreign nationals

TBILISI, October 1 – Georgia has introduced stricter rules for foreigners who violate the country’s residency and immigration laws. The new measures take effect from today. Under the changes, foreigners who overstay their permitted period face fines ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 lari (about 350 to 1,050 US dollars) and will be banned from re-entering … Read more

State to control imports and sales of psychotropic drugs

TBILISI, October 1 – Starting October 1, Georgia has placed the wholesale distribution of psychotropic medicines and other pharmaceuticals under direct state control. According to the Ministry of Internally Displaced Persons, Labour, Health and Social Affairs, the change means only the state will be allowed to import and distribute medications subject to special regulation, including … Read more

Georgia’s Supreme Court evacuated after bomb threat

TBILISI, September 30 – Georgia’s Supreme Court was evacuated after authorities received another bomb threat, the State Security Service confirmed on Friday. Officials said security teams were following established protocols to check the building after the alert. No details were immediately given about the source of the threat. It marks the second such incident in … Read more