Abkhazia
Pilot voyage of ferry between Sochi and Sukhumi runs after 30 year halt
There has not been a reliable sea link between the two cities since the War in Abkhazia (1993–1994).
Xandie (Alexandra) Kuenning
After years in academia, Xandie returned to Georgia to join OC Media. Her previous work with non-profits focused on Eurasian affairs, particularly queer and gender rights and green politics. She’s also a fan of foreign cinema, tea, and books (but not spilling tea on books).
Georgia–EU Relations
Georgia to be excluded from EU meeting in September
Georgia was not invited to a similar informal gathering of EU foreign ministers held in Poland in May.
Reviews
Review | People and Trees: A Trilogy — exploring boyhood in rural Soviet Azerbaijan
A collection of three novellas, People and Trees encapsulates the experiences of a boy growing up in post-World War II Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijan–Israel Relations
Trump reportedly seeking to bring Azerbaijan into Abraham Accords
Azerbaijan has had longstanding positive relations with Israel for years already.
Georgia–Russia Relations
Uproar as military-affiliated Russians participate in World Fencing Championships held in Tbilisi
The participation of the athletes sparked protests, including a rally in Tbilisi where a Russian flag was burned.
Azerbaijan–Ukraine relations
Ukraine signs gas deal with Azerbaijan’s SOCAR
A test shipment will be sent on through the Bulgaria–Romania–Ukraine route.
