Georgian Dream
Georgian Dream joins Council of Europe’s Congress group linked to right-wing Patriots for Europe
The group is composed of members from right-wing populist parties.
News Stories
Yesterday, 02 April 2026
Yesterday, 02 April 2026
Azerbaijan
Imprisoned Azerbaijani theologian left covered in sores
Theologian Mansur Velishov’s family stated that he has spent the last four months in this condition without receiving a medical examination.
Armenia–Russia Relations
Putin and Pashinyan hold contentious talks in Moscow
Following the meeting, Moscow offered critical remarks regarding Armenia and its ties and projects with the EU and US.
Daghestan
Daghestani National Policy Minister ‘disappears’ amidst reports of an assassination attempt
The first reports of his alleged assassination appeared in early March.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan ramps up pressure against ‘political prisoners’
One human rights activist has speculated the increased pressure is a sign that some prisoners might be released in the near future.
North Caucasus
Stalin named ‘ideal leader’ by 3% of North Caucasians in recent survey
The survey also found that North Caucasians viewed Rambo, the Terminator, and the Hulk as role models for an ‘ideal leader’.
Georgia–Moldova Relations
Moldovan parliamentary delegation including former controversial former President Igor Dodon visits Georgia
The delegation is led by pro-Russian lawmaker Bogdan Țîrdea.
Daghestan
Court in Makhachkala seizes $15 million in assets from former Daghestani official
The decision was made following a claim by the Prosecutor General’s Office and is subject to immediate enforcement.
2026 Armenian parliamentary elections
Former Armenian President Sargsyan’s Republican Party to sit out elections
The party ruled Armenia for almost two decades.
OC Insider
Pashinyan and the Armenian opposition’s ‘war party’
Absent real alternative plans among Armenia’s main opposition parties for how to deal with Azerbaijan, Pashinyan’s framing rings true.
2026 Armenian parliamentary elections
Opinion | The risks of Pashinyan’s fear-mongering tactics ahead of Armenia’s elections
Pashinyan’s claims that the opposition is preparing a new war with Azerbaijan risks justifying non-democratic and even unconstitutional measures.
North Ossetia–Alania
MMA coach in Vladikavkaz accused of assaulting underage girls
At least four individuals are recognised as victims in the case.
Georgia’s EU U-turn
‘He learned to live on his own’: the hidden toll on Georgia’s women protesters
In a country where rigid gender roles remain, many Georgian women must juggle childcare, housework, and fighting for their children’s future.
Daily Brief
Thursday, 2 April 2026
Regional * Yesterday, at the International Forum on Transport and Logistics, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Savelyev announced that the capacity of border crossings with Azerbaijan had increased five fold. He said that in 2025, along the North–South corridor were transported over 21 million tonnes of cargo and the corridor decreased average delivery times from 33 to 16 days. * Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz has stated that the opening of Turkey and Azerbaijan’s borders with Armeni
Wednesday, 01 April 2026
Georgia–Iran Relations
Iranian ambassador’s ‘threats’ spark backlash in Georgia
Several observers linked the statement to a phone call between Irakli Kobakhidze and Marco Rubio.
North Ossetia–Alania
FSB in Vladikavkaz targets Russian anti-war activist in Georgia
Roman Evseev says he was questioned at the border and then pressured to agree to confidential cooperation.
Georgia
Georgian court sentences two anti-government protesters to year in jail
Mindia Shervashidze and Tornike Toshkhua were charged with group violence.
The Georgian Orthodox Church
Russia claims the Constantinople Patriarch seeks to ‘subjugate’ Georgian Church
The Georgian Church stated that it considers such interference impossible.
Armenia
Armenian court bans screening of documentary about Declaration of Independence
The documentary was produced in 2020 to mark the 30th anniversary of Armenia’s Declaration of Independence.
Chechnya
Man beaten by Adam Kadyrov for burning the Quran located after ‘disappearing’ during prison transfer
Human rights defenders had expressed concern about his fate, as his whereabouts had been unknown for more than three months.
Chechnya
Adam Kadyrov reportedly no longer being considered to be Ramzan Kadyrov’s successor
Journalists claim he fell out of favour after a road accident earlier in 2026.
Georgian Dream
Explainer | The legislative changes that have shaped Georgia’s authoritarian slide
The sheer number of laws passed in recent months have overwhelmed observers and media outlets alike.
Daily Brief
Wednesday, 1 April 2026
Regional * Armenian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ani Badalyan expressed hope that established peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan ‘will also put an end to fabricated claims and eliminate hate speech’. The statement came in reponse to an Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry statement regarding what they call ‘the Day of Genocide of Azerbaijanis’, referring to the massacres of Azerbaijanis by Armenians during a period of internecine violence in 1918. Armenia * Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will
Tuesday, 31 March 2026
Armenia–Azerbaijan Conflict
Pashinyan’s calls for end to ‘mirrored’ genocide accusations appear to go unheard in Azerbaijan
Earlier, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan suggested moving away from genocide narratives for the sake of peace.
Chechnya
Iran claims Chechnya will send troops if the US starts ground invasion
Akhmat Commander Apti Alaudimov previously commented on the possible participation of volunteers in the conflict.
Georgia
Georgia detains 13, including minors, for violence and links to neo-Nazism
Many others, described as followers of Nazi and fascist ideologies, have been detained and charged for violence in recent months.
Georgia
Kobakhidze speaks to Marco Rubio, marking highest-level Georgia–US talks in years
The call comes as US President Donald Trump signed an extension on the Biden-era sanctions against Bidzina Ivanishvili.
Daghestan
Three police officers injured in shooting in Daghestan
They were shot at after attempting to break up a fight.
Economy
Opinion | ‘A list of rich people in a poor country’ — what Forbes’ top 100 list reveals about Georgia
Georgia’s Forbes Top 100 shows an uneven playing field, offshore wealth, hidden names, and women playing safety rings for rich families.
Economy
Georgia’s GDP hits 8.8% in February as Moody’s projects increased growth in 2026
Moody’s had predicted economic growth of 6% in 2026.
