
EU postpones meeting with Georgia ‘due to presence of sanctioned official’
The sides intended to discuss human rights.

The sides intended to discuss human rights.

The ban on funding will not affect independent educational institutions, including within the Erasmus+ mobility and cooperation activities.

Georgia accused the EU of using its accession as a political instrument.

The EU’s Enlargement Commission said the situation in Georgia has ‘sharply deteriorated’ since the accession process was de facto halted in 2024.

The EU had expressed concern that Georgia could become a route for goods Russia needs in its war.

Both Estonia and Lithuania have suspended visa-free travel for Georgian diplomats and officials, including for MP Mariam Lashkhi.

Activist Zviad Tsetskhladze, who was detained during the ongoing anti-government protests, expressed concern over Georgia’s possible isolation.