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Articles with tag "Georgia"
ossetia referendum
Georgia’s Breakaway Region to Hold Referendum on Joining Russia in July: Leader
The leader of Georgia's breakaway region of South Ossetia on Friday set July 17 as a date for a referendum on joining Russia.
running dry
Citing War, Georgia's Borjomi Suspends Production
The iconic water brand is owned by a Russian company that has been hit by sanctions as a result of the war in Ukraine.
Returning Home
‘Unprepared’ Emigres Trickle Back to Russia as War Drags On
Some of the returnees miss creature comforts, others want to plan a more permanent emigration.
not so fast
Kremlin Plays Down South Ossetia Leader's Call to Join Russia
The president of the breakaway region of Georgia said he would seek to join Russia via a referendum on unity.
'age-old dream'
South Ossetia Leader Wants Public Debate on Joining Russia
The breakaway region is internationally recognized as part of Georgia but hosts Russian military bases.
War fallout
Nervousness in South Caucasus as Russia Distracted in Ukraine
Russian weakness has traditionally been a harbinger of unrest in the region.
NEW EMIGRATION
Georgia, a Bleak New Home for Russian Exiles
There are few routes out of Russia for those wishing to leave now. Western airspace is largely closed to Russian carriers.
YOGURT BATTLE
Armenia, Georgia Battle Over Yogurt
The move has reignited long-standing who-did-it-first tensions that flare up frequently between the two ancient neighbors.
exiled opposition
Ex-Russian Lawmaker Gudkov Says Deported From Georgia
The Caucasus republic had become a haven for Russia's embattled opposition over the past year.
mining hub
Georgia’s Mountainous Cryptocurrency Problem
The legendary mountain region of Svaneti has turned into a cryptocurrency mint, resulting in chronic electricity shortages.
'critical condition'
Georgia Hunger-Striking Ex-Leader Risks Dying Without Transfer – Doctor
Mikheil Saakashvili launched a hunger strike after being imprisoned on his return from exile in Ukraine, saying the arrest was political.
political prisoner
Georgia Ex-President Saakashvili Says Abused in Prison, Fears for Life
Chanting Saakashvili's name, about 40,000 demonstrators flooded on Monday evening into Tbilisi's Freedom Square.
waiting for freedom
Hunger-Striking Saakashvili a Headache for Georgian Government
Saakashvili has been refusing food for nearly a month since he was detained following his dramatic return to Georgia.
NEWS WRAP
News From Russia: What You Missed Over the Weekend
Pandora Papers. Covid death record. Billionaire arrest.
POLITICAL CRISIS
Georgia Ruling Party Leads Polls, Opposition Alleges Fraud
The elections were held in a tense atmosphere after the arrest of former president Mikheil Saakashvili.
view from moscow
Georgian Ex-President’s Return From Exile a ‘Circus,’ Kremlin Says
Mikheil Saakashvili said he returned from exile despite the threat of arrest, calling on his supporters to take to the streets against the government.
BITTERSWEET EXILE
As Crackdown Intensifies, Russian Emigres Find Refuge in Georgia
The small Caucasian nation has become the destination of choice for a new generation of dissidents fleeing their homeland.
violent streets
Georgia LGBTQ Activists Cancel Pride March After Clashes
Organizers accused the prime minister of encouraging homophobic sentiments and his government of failing to "protect fundamental human rights."
unwelcome guest
Russian Journalist’s Georgia Visit Sparks Protests
Protesters said they opposed Vladimir Pozner’s visit over his comments that Georgia would never regain its breakaway regions.
Divide and rule
Russia Drops Info Bomb Into Georgia’s Political Crisis
A recent statement by Russia's Foreign Intelligence chief deepens the rift between Georgia's warring political factions.
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