TBILISI, DFWatch–A famous Georgian opera singer and philanthropist is considering going into politics as less than a year remains until the parliamentary election.
Paata Burchuladze, a world-renowned operatic bass and in Georgia also known
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Russia considering visa liberalization for Georgian citizens
TBILISI, DFWatch–Georgia and Russia are considering simplifying visa rules. This became clear as diplomats from the two countries met in Prague on Thursday to discuss transport, communication and humanitarian issues.
During the regular Prague meeting,
Two miners injured in Chiatura, Georgia
TBILISI, DFWatch–Two mine workers were injured Thursday as result of an accident at a manganese mine in Chiatura, a town in western Georgia.
According to Tamaz Dolaberidze, head of the mining and metallurgical workers’ trade union, the accident took
‘Islam Is Not Terrorism’ rally in Tbilisi attracts few participants
Tbilisi, DFWatch – A small group of activists protested against equating Islam with terrorism in the wake of Paris terrorist attacks. Ten activists gathered in front of the old parliament building in Tbilisi on 18 November for ‘Islam Is Not Terrorism’ rally. The activists held posters saying ‘Terrorism has no religion’, ‘Pray for Syria’, ‘Pray … Read more
Flood severs main highway through Georgia – again
TBILISI, DFWatch–A section of the E60, the Tbilisi-Senaki-Leselidze road in western Georgia, was damaged again on Sunday due to flooding.
This is the second time flooding has damaged the road. After flooding hit a few days ago, repair work allowed the road
Tbilisians commemorate victims of Paris attacks
TBILISI, DFWatch–Tbilisi residents gathered Saturday evening in front of parliament to show solidarity with France following the terrorist attacks in Paris.
Up to 200 people gathered in front of the old parliament building in Tbilisi in order to commemorate the
Georgians express support for France after Paris terror attacks
TBILISI, DFWatch–Georgian politicians expressed support for and solidarity withh France on Saturday after the terrorist attacks in Paris.
Expressions of support came from politicians as well as organizations and ordinary people.
Three bomb attacks
Georgian president refuses to move out of Saakashvili's palace
TBILISI, DFWatch–The Georgian government wants the president to move out of the presidential palace and move into the building they have refurbished for him, but the administration of president once again refused to move into the new residence.
Alliance of Patriots rally against alleged election fraud
TBILISI, DFWatch–The opposition party Alliance of Patriots on Sunday demonstrated in Tbilisi, demanding the resignation of two ministers because of election fraud.
Several hundred people took part in the demonstration, which started at the Rustaveli statue