Category: Politics

Opposition leader Zurab Japaridze has made it clear: December 14 will mark another crucial day in Georgia’s ongoing political crisis. The leader of the “Coalition for Change” warned that protests against what he described as an “illegitimate” election would only intensify. According to Japaridze, the Georgian Dream party’s planned election on that date—set to take place in the Parliament building—will be a significant moment in the opposition’s struggle for legitimacy…

Salome Zurabishvili, the President of Georgia, delivered a fiery statement claiming that she remains the country’s only constitutional and legitimate institution amid an alleged concentration of power by billionaire Bidzina Ivanishvili. Speaking at a briefing, Zurabishvili accused Ivanishvili of usurping power and imposing a violent regime, escalating tensions in Georgia’s already volatile political landscape. Zurabishvili’s Bold Claims Against Ivanishvili In her speech, Zurabishvili pointed directly at Ivanishvili, the founder of…

The Georgian Parliament of the XI convocation has formally recognized the authority of all 150 elected members, despite ongoing controversies surrounding the legitimacy of the election results. The recognition process was concluded during the first session on November 25, with members of the ruling Georgian Dream party in attendance. Certification of Credentials The temporary mandate commission reviewed and verified the documents of all 150 deputies, paving the way for a…

The Georgian Parliament is set to finalize the date for the upcoming presidential election on November 26, ensuring compliance with constitutional requirements for the new president’s five-year term. Timing is Key Speaker of Parliament Shalva Papuashvili emphasized the importance of timing in this process. Both the election and inauguration must occur before the year’s end to align with legal mandates and uphold the full tenure of the next president. The…

Opposition Protesters Reclaim Space Near TSU After Brief Confrontation Tensions escalated in Tbilisi as opposition protesters, after briefly being pushed back by law enforcement, have returned to the territory of Tbilisi State University (TSU) to continue their protest. The rally, led by figures from the Coalition for Change, saw demonstrators march from Melikishvili Avenue back to Chavchavadze Avenue, where the protest continues as of the evening of November 19, 2024.…

In a bold move to resolve the ongoing political turmoil, Georgia’s President Salome Zurabishvili has proposed a plan for new elections, citing widespread violations of election rights and systemic flaws in the recent voting process. The President, who has openly criticized the legitimacy of the elections, outlined her proposal in an attempt to restore political stability and address the growing discontent in the country. Violations and the Need for Change…

The Georgia Court of Appeals has unexpectedly paused proceedings in President-elect Donald Trump’s high-stakes effort to remove Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from a significant 2020 election interference case. The sudden decision leaves critical questions unanswered as legal tensions escalate. Appeals Court Stuns With Sudden Cancellation Oral arguments in the disqualification effort, initially set for December 5, were abruptly shelved on Monday. In a terse one-sentence order, the appeals…

Unprecedented Protests Shake the Region The administration of Aslan Bzhania, the de facto leader of the occupied Abkhazia region, announced plans to withdraw a controversial draft law on an investment agreement with Russia. The move follows days of intense protests and escalating tensions, culminating in the storming of the “parliament” building by opposition groups and their supporters. “This decision was made in order to stabilize the situation in the republic,”…

Detainees Freed as Protests Lead to Political Concessions Tensions in Abkhazia have reached a new turning point following the release of several opposition figures, arrested just days ago in the midst of mounting protests. The release of the detainees comes after a dramatic standoff involving protesters who had blocked key bridges in protest, demanding their freedom. This political exchange highlights the increasing strain between Abkhazia’s authorities and opposition groups, with…

With the 2024 U.S. election results settling, President-elect Donald Trump is wasting no time assembling his administration for his second term. As the dust from the election clears, Trump’s rapid staffing decisions and plans for major government changes are already drawing significant attention. Early appointees reveal Trump’s intent to bolster his loyal base while bypassing Senate confirmations in select cases. Trump Moves Quickly to Appoint Loyalists Since his election victory,…