Georgia
Azerbaijani journalist Afgan Sadigov released from prison after being granted bail
In the end of February, the ECHR banned Sadigov’s extradition ahead of a final ruling in the case, which could take years.
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Two journalists fired after criticising Georgian Public Broadcaster’s editorial policy
Various organisations have questioned the independence of Public Broadcaster and accused it of being a carrier of the government’s narrative.
Georgia
Several marches, including commemoration of Soviet-era massacre, are held in Tbilisi
Students, journalists among those participated in the marches.
Georgia
Georgian journalist released from administrative detention after 48 hours
Saba Sordia spent two days in detention after police claimed he disobeyed their orders.
Georgia
Georgian police detain journalist for allegedly disobeying orders
A prominent local civil rights organisation has said the detention was unlawful.
Georgia
Uproar after Russian state media photographer awarded for coverage of Georgian protests
Mikhail Tereshchenko took the photos as part of his work with the Russian state media agency TASS.
Georgia
Georgian Dream passes media and civil society restrictive laws with final hearing
The laws were unanimously passed by the ruling party in the absence of opposition in parliament
