Tbilisi
Coverage of Tbilisi in the Nexus archive.
- EU Wants Georgia to ‘Commit Suicide’ by Sanctioning Russia to Keep Visa-Free Travel – Parliament Speaker
Georgia’s parliament speaker accused the EU of pressuring Tbilisi to join sanctions against Russia to maintain visa-free travel, calling the demand 'suicide.' The EU is preparing a mechanism to suspend visa-free privileges due to concerns over Georgia’s democratic backsliding.
- President of Georgia on Protests, Security in the Black Sea Region, and the Country’s Prospects
President Salome Zourabichvili discusses Georgia's role in Black Sea security, protests in Tbilisi against a pro-Russian government, and the situation of imprisoned former President Mikheil Saakashvili. The EU and Ukraine continue to recognize her as Georgia's president despite claims of a disputed 2024 election.
- Thousands Rally in Georgia for Europe on Independence Day
Thousands of Georgians gathered in Tbilisi on Independence Day to protest the government's democratic backsliding and advocate for closer ties with Europe. The rally highlighted public discontent with the government's policies and a desire for European integration.
- Trump Tower in Georgia to be built on land part-owned by son of US sanctions-hit leader
A Trump Tower planned for Tbilisi, Georgia, will be built on land partially owned by the son of the US-sanctioned Georgian leader, raising conflict of interest concerns. The project is a joint venture between a local consortium and the Trump Organization, managed by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump.
- I need your help
The author is seeking help and assistance from the community to gather common questions about bitcoin before a speaking engagement in Tbilisi, Georgia. The speaker identifies as mtgoxian and values interactions and polls. The event aims to discuss bitcoin-related topics.
- Royal Opera House calls for release of Georgian bass singer jailed over democracy protests
The Royal Opera House is calling for the release of Paata Burchuladze, a 71-year-old Georgian bass singer who was jailed for seven years after singing at anti-regime demonstrations. Burchuladze has performed at renowned opera houses and collaborated with famous singers. He was sentenced to seven years in jail, which he considers equivalent to a life sentence given his age.
- Georgian National Extradited from Moldova to Face Charges for Soliciting Hate Crimes and Planning Mass Casualty Attack in New York City
Georgian national Michail Chkhikvishvili was extradited from Moldova to the United States to face charges of soliciting hate crimes and planning mass violence in New York City. The 21-year-old was arrested in Chișinău in July 2024 and was arraigned in federal court in Brooklyn. He faces a four-count indictment in the Eastern District of New York.