Bakhtadze appointed Georgian PM after grilling from MPs
The new PM faced questions over a possibly illegal donation to the now-opposition UNM party in 2012 and why he left certain information out of his CV.
Armenia cracks down on ‘thieves-in-law’
The authorities released footage appearing to show large amounts of weapons, ammunition, and drugs being confiscated during raids on Wednesday.
Georgian PM candidate submits ‘temporary cabinet’ to parliament
The PM-designate also announced that he will cut the number of ministries from 14 to 11.
Armenian ‘hero’ general arrested for stealing military aid
Footage released of the search of his premises showed a large arsenal of weapons, a fleet of luxury cars, and a private zoo with tigers and bears.
Georgian Dream name political newcomer as candidate for PM
Recent polls suggest thirty-six-year-old acting Finance Minister Mamuka Bakhtadze was relatively unknown before his nomination.
Ingush man detained by FSB turns up dead
Witnesses and relatives say 30-year-old Ibragim Aliyev was beaten and forced to sign a document before being taken into custody.
Three in Chiatura sew lips shut in protest at ‘police harassment’
Protesters are demanding the resignation of local police officials after an altercation on 26 May that resulted in nine arrests.
‘Terrorism’ investigation launched into father of slain Pankisi teen
Malkhaz Machalikashvili said that he and others had planned to blow themselves up at the State Security Service offices but changed their minds.
Editorial | Ivanishvili should either step up or move on
The PM’s resignation over disagreements with Bidzina Ivanishvili highlights a lack of transparency and accountability in Georgia’s leadership.
Marneuli mayor and MP charged with inhuman treatment and assault
Charges were brought after videos posted online appeared to show a man being forced to wipe urine on his face and apologise for insulting officials.