Aliyev announces snap presidential election in Azerbaijan
If re-elected for a fourth term in the election scheduled for April, Aliyev could remain in office until at least 2025.
Protest after Georgia’s parliament postpones hearing on new labour law
Trade unions and rights groups have criticised the delay, calling on the government to act quickly to toughen labour safety rules.
EBRD to finance Nenskra dam in Svaneti
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has approved $214 million for the project in north-west Georgia, despite resistance from locals.
Fire in Daghestan market destroys 60 stalls
The fire in Kizilyurt engulfed an area covering 500 square metres, leaving dozens without jobs and businesses.
Voice from Pankisi | From the ‘Pankisi Crisis’ and beyond
Luiza Mutoshvili on the challenges and stigma surrounding Georgia’s Pankisi Valley, and her own journey to becoming a role model for young girls.
RFE/RL fires Georgian head for ‘refusing to work with Rustavi 2’
Reports say staff at the Georgian service have been united in support of their former head, with bureau chief Marina Vashakmadze resigning in protest.
‘Fourteen injured’ in Tbilisi Metro collapse
Mayor Kakha Kaladze has vowed to ‘punish the culprits’ after the ceiling of the newly renovated Varketili Metro collapsed in the Georgian capital.
Georgian kindergarten agency responds to backlash over new menu
The new ‘healthier’ meals in Georgian kindergartens have been backed by the Kindergarten Agency and UNICEF in the face of backlash from parents.
Georgian internet giant Silknet ‘to acquire Geocell’
The for $153 million deal still needs the green light from the Georgian National Communications Commission.
Hundreds protest in Tbilisi in support of jailed actor
Demonstrators were demanding the release of Giorgi ‘Bakhala’ Giorganashvili, who was sentenced to eight years on drug charges.