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EU FMs express deep concern over 'deteriorating situation in Georgia'

A joint statement by European foreign ministers came in response to a progress report recently approved by the European Parliament on Georig'as accession process.

12/07/2025

Europe News

Georgia faces European Parliament's criticism over rule of law

With 490 votes in favour and 147 against, MEPs adopted a report which “deplores the backsliding of the rule of law as well as the growing Russian influence on the ruling party, Georgian Dream."

10/07/2025

Europe News

Georgia jails opposition figures as authorities ramp up crackdown

Anti-government protests continue daily in central Tbilisi with demonstrators accusing the ruling Georgian Dream party of being pro-Russia and derailing the country’s efforts to join the EU.

24/06/2025

Europe News

Georgia arrests second opposition figure as pro-EU protests continue

Nightly protests across the country began on 28 November, when Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze halted the country's EU integration process.

30/05/2025

Europe News

First deputy PM: Georgia's EU accession 'moves in a very active way'

Since last year, Georgia’s European Union accession process has completely stalled. However, the country’s First Deputy Prime Minister Levan Davitashvili has told Euronews that the government still aims to join the bloc by 2030.

22/05/2025

Georgia

Georgia's PM meets European leaders in Tirana, signalling EU thaw

Georgian PM Irakli Kobakhidze’s warm exchanges at the EPC summit signal a thaw in EU-Georgia relations after paused accession talks.

16/05/2025

Destinations

Four art-adorned churches and monasteries to inspire a trip to Europe

With captivating histories and artistic splendours, some of these incredible places of worship have also become key tourist attractions.

20/04/2025

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Mass protests in Tbilisi demand new elections and release of prisoners

Opposition groups and civil society organisations staged a protest rally in front of the Georgian Parliament building on March 31, symbolically choosing Georgia’s Independence Restoration Day.

01/04/2025

Sport

Heavyweights Shine on Final Day of Tbilisi Grand Slam

The final day in Tbilisi saw thrilling battles from judo’s heavyweights. Bozorov, Lobnik, and Savytskiy claimed their first Grand Slam golds, while Dicko and Tasoev dominated their categories. Georgia’s Tushishvili fell short, but the home team secured multiple medals in a spectacular finale.

23/03/2025

Sport

Georgian Stars Shine on Day 2 of Tbilisi Grand Slam

The second day of the Tbilisi Grand Slam delivered thrilling judo action. Lasha Shavdatuashvili electrified the home crowd with gold at -73kg, while Canada’s Beauchemin-Pinard, Hungary’s Ozbas, and Turkey’s Albayrak also claimed titles.

22/03/2025

Sport

Judo Grand Slam: Drama, Glory & Georgian Gold in Tbilisi

The 2025 Tbilisi Grand Slam kicked off with electrifying judo action. Mongolia’s Ganbaatar Narantsetseg, France’s Luka Mkheidze, and Amandine Buchard shone, but the night belonged to Georgia’s Eteri Liparteliani, who staged a thrilling comeback to secure the host nation’s first gold.

21/03/2025

Europe News

Georgia ex-President Mikheil Saakashvili handed second prison sentence

Saakashvili was found guilty of illegal border crossing and given a second prison sentence of four and a half years on Monday, in addition to his existing sentence on charges of abuse of power and embezzlement.

17/03/2025

The Europe Conversation

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze hopes Trump’s US will restore relations

Irakli Kobakhidze is optimistic that a strategic partnership with the US and Georgia suspended under the Biden regime can be restored under the presidency of Donald Trump, the Georgian Prime Minister has told Euronews’ in an exclusive interview.

08/02/2025

Destinations

From Tenerife to Tbilisi: 2025’s hottest digital nomad destinations

Some European cities like Lisbon consistently make it to the top of digital nomad rankings.

07/02/2025

Europe News

Georgia’s EU membership by 2030 is achievable, PM Kobakhidze says

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze told Euronews, in an exclusive interview, that Brussels needs to be more flexible in EU membership talks.

06/02/2025

Europe News

Fears grow for Georgian journalist after two weeks of hunger strike

Mzia Amaglobeli has been charged with assaulting a police officer, but her family and supporters say she is being punished for her journalism.

29/01/2025

Europe News

Georgia reacts angrily to EU suspension of visa-free travel

The European Commission had proposed to suspend the visa-free travel regime for Georgian diplomats and officials in response to the violent crackdown on protesters, who took to the streets for weeks to denounce the ruling party's gradual pivot away from Europe and towards Russia.

28/01/2025

Europe News

Workers participating in nationwide strike assaulted in Tbilisi

Workers participating in a three-hour general strike called by opponents of the Georgian government were attacked in the street, reportedly by members of the ruling Georgian Dream party.

16/01/2025

Georgia

Georgian journalist charged with assault amid ongoing protests

A prominent Georgian journalist was arrested and charged with assaulting a police officer. However, she alleges mistreatment by the police and claims officers handled her roughly - leading to an interaction with the police chief.

13/01/2025

Europe News

Tens of Thousands protest in Tbilisi for a 34th consecutive day

Tens of thousands of pro-Europe protesters rallied outside Georgia’s parliament building in the capital Tbilisi on Tuesday for the 34th consecutive day. Anti-government protests erupted after the ruling Georgian Dream party announced a suspension in the country’s EU-bid a month ago.

01/01/2025