In March 2025, the number of patients increased significantly at the Akhalgori district hospital. The increase in the flow of patients hindered the service of the Akhalgori medical institution. 

Freedom of speech and media rights have been a significant problem in the de facto republic of South Ossetia for years. 

On January 21, 2025, the so-called supreme court of the self-proclaimed Republic of Abkhazia sentenced Kakha Muradov to 15 years in prison. 

Recent incidents in Tskhinvali, in which physical force was used against opposition activists and journalists, demonstrate the repressive approach of the de facto government towards criticism and freedom of expression.

For more than 7 years, civil activist Tamar Mearakishvili has been a victim of persecution and harassment by the de facto authorities of South Ossetia. 

The illegitimate early presidential elections, which will be held on February 15, 2025, will be a critical moment for Badra Gunba to strengthen his political position. 

At the meeting of Abkhazia’s so-called energy security headquarters, the so-called acting prime minister, Valery Bganba, warned the population about the introduction of a special regime. 

Early presidential elections will be held in occupied Abkhazia on February 15, 2025. The relevant decision was made after Aslan Bzhania resigned amid protests in Sokhumi. 

The crossing points were closed in Akhalgori due to the parliamentary elections of Georgia, but they have not been opened yet. 

The victory of the Georgian Dream ruling party with 53.93% has turned out to be acceptable and promising for the de facto government of Abkhazia.