Category: Politics

ATLANTA, Ga. – It’s crunch time at the Georgia State Capitol. Lawmakers are racing against the clock on Thursday, March 6, to push their bills across chambers before the critical Crossover Day deadline. With only 40 days in a legislative session, today marks the last opportunity for a bill to move from the House to the Senate or vice versa. If it doesn’t make it through, it’s likely dead for…

Georgia lawmakers are making another push to bring online sports betting to the state, reviving a plan that would let voters decide its fate. A House committee advanced two measures that, if passed, could put a constitutional amendment on the 2026 ballot, giving Georgians the power to legalize online sports wagering. Key Votes Move the Proposal Forward After years of back-and-forth, the House Higher Education Committee moved the sports betting…

Estonia has imposed a travel ban on 55 Georgian officials, members of parliament, judges, and police officers, marking a sharp escalation in diplomatic tensions between the two countries. The order, signed by Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, has been in effect since March 3rd, though the Estonian government has yet to disclose the specific reasons behind the decision. Who’s on the Blacklist? The banned individuals span key sectors of Georgia’s…

At least three Serbian MPs were injured in a heated parliamentary session on Tuesday as opposition lawmakers detonated smoke grenades inside the chamber. One politician reportedly suffered a stroke and remains in critical condition. The violent confrontation was a dramatic escalation of tensions fueled by student-led protests that have shaken the country for months. Parliament Turns Into a Battleground Lawmakers were seen clashing with security personnel as thick smoke filled…

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged families in the state to have children without delay, aiming to counter the expected impact of the 2026 delimitation exercise. His remarks, which have sparked intense debate, highlight concerns over how redistricting based on population numbers could reduce Tamil Nadu’s political clout in the Lok Sabha. Why Tamil Nadu is Worried About Delimitation The delimitation process, scheduled for 2026, will redraw parliamentary…

A Georgia Senate panel investigating the Fulton County prosecution of Donald Trump is now shifting its focus to Stacey Abrams and her former voter registration nonprofit, the New Georgia Project. The move follows a major campaign finance settlement involving the organization, marking another chapter in the state’s ongoing political and legal battles. New Georgia Project Under the Microscope Sen. Bill Cowsert, a Republican from Athens, has introduced Senate Resolution 292,…

The breakaway region of Abkhazia has elected acting leader Badra Gunba as its new president, state media reported Sunday, following months of political unrest that ousted his predecessor. Gunba secured nearly 55% of the vote, surpassing opposition leader Adgur Ardzinba, who received just under 42%. The election, held in the Russian-backed territory, was swiftly condemned by Georgia as a “flagrant violation” of its sovereignty. A Contested Election in a Disputed…

Thousands Rally in Tbilisi Against Russian Influence A massive crowd gathered outside the Georgian Parliament yesterday under the slogan “No to Russian Occupation,” marking three months of sustained demonstrations. Protesters, who assembled at Heroes’ Square before marching down Rustaveli Avenue, are demanding new elections and the release of those arrested in previous protests. The rally, one of the largest in recent weeks, saw Georgia’s fifth president, Salome Zurabishvili, address the…

The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a resolution strongly condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with 93 member states voting in favor, while 18 opposed the motion. The resolution, spearheaded by Kyiv and backed by the European Union—with the exception of Hungary—reaffirms Ukraine’s territorial integrity and explicitly designates Russia as the aggressor. Broad International Support, but Divisions Remain The resolution garnered significant backing from Western nations and their allies, reflecting…

The European Union is tightening the screws on Russia yet again. Its latest move? A fresh round of sanctions aimed squarely at airlines that continue to operate domestic flights within Russian territory. The new restrictions could have major consequences for foreign carriers, particularly those from third-party nations looking to do business in Russia’s aviation sector. A New Front in EU’s Economic Pressure Campaign The European Commission made its stance clear:…