Armenian activists allege Turkish interference in genocide commemorations in Georgia

26 April 2017 by Luka Pertaia Leave a Comment

Armenian community commemorates the anniversary of the Armenian genocide in front of the Turkish embassy in Tbilisi (Luka Pertaia/OC Media)

Georgia’s Armenian community gathered in front of the Turkish embassy in Tbilisi on 24 April, to commemorate the 102nd anniversary of the Armenian genocide, and demanded its recognition by Turkey and Georgia. [Read more…]

Georgia adds additional public holidays

6 April 2017 by OC Media Leave a Comment

The area of Didgori battle (karibche.ambebi.ge)

After signalling their intention to declare 12 August, Didgoroba (the day of Didgori) a public holiday, Georgia’s parliament has now been presented a proposal to add another Orthodox Christian holiday to the calendar. [Read more…]