Georgia’s EU U-turn
Dutch journalist denied entry to Georgia twice in July
Joost Bosman has been covering the latest wave of anti-government protests in Georgia.
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Azerbaijan
Azerbaijani rapper jailed on drug charges after criticising Aliyev-affiliated banks
Rapper Akbar Novruzlu Epi was sentenced to a month in prison.
Georgia
Former US diplomat and civic sector consultant denied entry to Georgia as cases mount
The US Embassy told OC Media that it was aware of the issue, but could not comment for privacy reasons.
Georgia
Georgian Dream MP proposes harsher legislation for defamation
MP Tea Tsulukiani expressed a desire for defamation to be reflected within the criminal code.
Georgia
Georgian Dream’s defamation bill to retroactively cover statements made 100 days before enactment
The ruling party has already passed the new legislative amendments in the first reading.
Georgia
Georgian court fines person over Facebook comment about a government official
Georgia’s new foreign agent law means OC Media’s team could face prison for speaking truth to power. Join the fight for free media in the Caucasus for as little as €5 and enjoy exclusive benefits from our team as a thank you. Become a member Tbilisi City Court has fined a person for a comment made on Facebook about an Interior Ministry representative. The case followed a series of fines imposed on several government critics over social media posts. Tuesday’s decision was fir
Georgia
Georgian Dream to enact new restrictions on freedom of speech
The bill was registered by the ruling party amid a broad legislative campaign targeting critics.
