The Authoritarian Threat Is Real
In its suppression of engaged citizens, Georgia's hybrid authoritarianism mirrors the tried-and-tested illiberal tactics employed by Russia.
The West's New Approach Can Save Georgia From Putin
Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022 was a turning point in many respects.
Russia to Open Enlistment Point on Georgia Border as 10,000 Flee Per Day
Georgia's head of internal affairs said, "We've no reason to close the border with Russia and restrict entry to Russians," but there'll be an enlistment office.
Huge 10-Mile Line of People Trying to Escape Russia Visible from Space
"Mobilization forced more than 115,000 people to go abroad," read a Twitter caption of the image, after Putin's partial mobilization against Ukraine.
Georgia's Former President Arrested Ahead of Elections After Return
In 2018, Georgian courts convicted and sentenced Mikheil Saakashvili in absentia to up to six years in prison for abuse of power.
The U.S. Should Do More to Help Georgia Counter Russian Aggression
We must work together to strengthen our cooperation and remove Russia from Georgia once and for all.
Letter to the Editor: 'Russia Determined to Wield Power in Georgia'
Former U.S. Ambassador to Pakistan and Serbia Cameron Munter says it is "no secret" that Georgia is a country of vital geostrategic importance to Europe and the U.S.
Skip the Obvious: Alternatives to Europe's Most Over-Touristed Cities
For your 2020 travels, avoid the tourist-trampled spots in Europe and head to these lesser-visited cities instead.
Humans Have Been Drinking Wine for at Least 8,000 Years
Eight giant jars are covered with chemical evidence of your favorite beverage.
U.S. Condemns Putin for Trip to 'Occupied' Region
NATO, the U.S. State Department and Georgia have all protested Putin's visit on an anniversary of Moscow and Tbilisi's war.
Russia Plans to Take Belarus in Army Drill: Saakashvili
The upcoming Russian drill has concerned the Baltics, but it is Moscow-ally Belarus that should be worried, Mikheil Saakashvili says.
Russia Launches 3,000-Strong Drill in Disputed Region
Russia is one of the few countries to recognize South Ossetia as independent.
2,000 Russian Troops to Practice Tank Fire in Abkhazia
Abkhazia and South Ossetia consider themselves independent from Tbilisi.
EU Reaches Visa-Free Travel Deal for Ukraine, Georgia
EU diplomats and lawmakers have struck a deal to end an internal dispute.
Georgian PM Blames National 'Enemies' for Car Blast
The explosion happened just days ahead of Georgia's parliamentary elections.
Orthodox Christians Shun Pope Francis in Georgia
Pope faces one of his smallest ever overseas crowd in trip to heavily Orthodox nation.
Russia Brings 4,000 Troops to Georgian Breakaway Region
Over 1,000 pieces of equipment, including tanks and howitzers were also deployed.
Ukraine Blames Response to Georgia for Resurgent Russia
International community was "not tough enough" on Moscow.
Meet the Opera Singer Who Could Be Georgia's Next PM
After 40 years on stage, Paata Burchuladze is running to be Georgia's next prime minister.
Georgia Needs Western Help to Stave Off Putin
More than half of Georgia's citizens favor joining both NATO and the European Union.
Brexit Dampens EU Hopes for Ukraine, Georgia, Moldova
The disarray in Europe following the Brexit referendum makes a softening of the EU's sanctions against Russia over the annexation of Ukrainian territory more likely.
Meat-Wielding 'Neo Nazis' Attack Georgian Vegan Cafe
The group were also allegedly smoking in a no-smoking area.
Separatist Georgian Region to Vote on Joining Russia
South Ossetian rebels are planning a referendum next year.
Georgia Launches U.S.-led Drill Despite Russian Warning
Hundreds of U.S. troops are set to take part in "Noble Partner" exercise.
Georgians Mark Easter With a Brutal Local Rugby Game
The brutal game of Lelo sees a whole village brawl for a consecrated ball.
A Contemporary Twist on Traditional Georgian Recipes
Try quince soup, a complex mélange of sweet and sour and umami, or a carpaccio of trout with fresh green apple to soothe the adjika.
Russian Imports of Georgian Wine Skyrocket
Georgia sent 2.5 million bottles of wine to Russia in January and February alone.
NATO Center to Start Training Georgian Troops in May
The joint-training centre in Tbilisi will take in its first company in the Spring.
ICC to Investigate 'War Crimes' in 2008 Georgia Crisis
The prosecutor has found evidence that could implicate both Russia and Georgia.
Putin Is Vetoing Which Countries Can Join NATO
Georgia's NATO membership is on hold because Europeans could not defend it from a Russian invasion.