Journalist accused of insult and slander

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Recent articles in Georgia

Two exiled Russian journalists reportedly poisoned

“German and Georgian authorities should treat these allegations with the utmost seriousness and do all they can to safeguard the lives of journalists living in exile” – CPJ

Rights groups call on Georgia to release journalist Nika Gvaramia from prison

A well-known critic of Georgia’s ruling party, Gvaramia is currently serving a 3.5 year sentence for alleged abuse of office. His prosecution and conviction were widely seen as politically motivated.

Georgia: New draft law on ‘foreign agents’

Under the new draft law, any organisation receiving over 20% of its income from a “foreign power” will have to register on a “Foreign Influence Agents Registry” or face fines of up to € 8,900.