
Georgia
Georgian Police step up drug testing of activists, raising fears of wider political persecution
In recent days, police have approached several activists for drug testing.
In recent days, police have approached several activists for drug testing.
In recent months, numerous signatories of protest petitions have been dismissed from public institutions.
Giorgi Ramishvili was detained on Saturday on charges of illegal firearm possession.
Almost 60% of those surveyed also said the country is heading in the wrong direction.
Journalists are encountering growing challenges while reporting in Georgian courts.
Kavelashvili made the offer amid a boycott of the 2025 local election by numerous opposition parties.