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DRI calls on election entities to refrain from manipulating religion during election campaign
As part of the pre-election campaign, Prime Minister Irakli Gharibashvili often visits temples and chapels together with the political officials of the Georgian Dream.  
09.09.2021
Political opponent assaulted in Tskhinvali
Alan Bekoev, who is actively involved in the so-called South Ossetian political life was assaulted and abused by a group of individuals in Tskhinvali in August 2021. 
31.08.2021
August 30 - International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances

The problem of enforced disappearances in Georgia is mainly related to armed conflicts. Today, more than 2,300 people are considered to be missing in the country.

 

 

29.08.2021
29 years pass since the beginning of war in Abkhazia
Today, on August 14, 29 years have passed since the beginning of an armed conflict in Abkhazia. 
14.08.2021
Organizers of July 5 violence are still unpunished

The Democracy Research Institute addresses the Minister of Interanl Affairs with public questions relating to the delay in bringing the organizers of the July 5 violence to justice.

11.08.2021
Occupied regions need help with vaccine

The situation in occupied Abkhazia and Tskhinvali, as well as in the rest of Georgia, has deteriorated sharply. The situation is especially difficult in Tskhinvali, which is the result of the complete isolation of the region.

05.08.2021
Georgian Dream decision undermines the stability and future prospects for Georgia
This decision by the authorities constitutes a straightforward rejection of Georgia's Euro-Atlantic course and the peaceful development of the country through democratic reforms. 
28.07.2021
Which agency investigates the most corruption crimes?
The number of corruption-related cases investigated by the Prosecutor General's Office far exceeds the number of cases investigated by the Anti-Corruption Agency of the State Security Service. 
28.07.2021
Prime Minister of Georgia should resign immediately due to the Severe Consequences of the July 5 violence
The undersigned organizations, express our utmost concern and sorrow over the passing of Lekso Lashkarava, the operator of „TV Pirveli”. We would like to offer our heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.
11.07.2021
DRI - Authorities have been inciting violence by hate groups for years
The March of Dignity makes it clear that Tbilisi Pride was not only denied the constitutional right to freedom of assembly by the authorities, but the latter also directly encouraged radical groups, through criminal inaction and statements made by high political officials.
06.07.2021