Georgian Prosecutor’s Office investigates 47 criminal cases related to election violations

Georgian Prosecutor’s Office investigates 47 criminal cases related to election violations

The Georgian Prosecutor’s Office announced that it is investigating 47 criminal cases linked to incidents before and on the day of the recent parliamentary elections, 1tv.ge reports.   These cases involve alleged election falsification, voter bribery, interference with voting rights, obstruction of journalism, election commission disruptions, pre-election violence, and property damage.   The investigations were…

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Georgia prosecutors investigating allegations of election fraud

Georgia prosecutors investigating allegations of election fraud

State prosecutors in Georgia say they have launched an investigation into opposition allegations of “falsification” in recent parliamentary elections won by the governing Georgian Dream party, Al Jazeera reports.   The prosecutor’s office said in a statement on Wednesday that it has also summoned President Salome Zourabichvili, who has repeatedly said the vote count was…

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US urging China to pressure withdrawal of North Korean troops from Ukraine’s front line: CNN

US urging China to pressure withdrawal of North Korean troops from Ukraine’s front line: CNN

United States National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan has been urging China, which maintains relations with North Korea, to put pressure on Pyongyang to withdraw North Korean troops from Ukraine’s front line, CNN reported on Oct. 29, citing a U.S. official.   According to the unnamed official, Sullivan “directed the US government to engage the PRC…

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Leaders of opposition advised President of Georgia not to go to prosecutor’s office

Leaders of opposition advised President of Georgia not to go to prosecutor’s office

An investigation has been launched in Georgia over alleged fraud in the parliamentary elections. In this regard, President Salome Zourabichvili was summoned for questioning, according to the Georgian Prosecutor’s Office.   Thus, the Prosecutor’s Office of Georgia, based on the Central Election Commission’s appeal of October 30, launched an investigation into alleged fraud in the…

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Cars drive through flooded roads in Valencia

Cars drive through flooded roads in Valencia

At least 51 people have been killed in flash floods sweeping the eastern Spanish region of Valencia following torrential rain on Tuesday that left roads and towns under water, local authorities said on Wednesday (October 30), Reuters reports.   Eyewitness videos from Alfafar region showed drivers moving slowly through inundated roads on Tuesday evening as…

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Massive attacks on Ukraine with drones

Massive attacks on Ukraine with drones

Reuters. Drone footage from the Kharkiv regional prosecutor’s office showed massive destruction in a residential neighbourhood on Tuesday (October 29) after local officials reported a Russian bomb killed four in the area.   Reuters was able to confirm the location from the position, shape and design of the buildings and walls seen in the video…

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EU integration remains Georgia’s primary foreign policy priority : Kobakhidze to Orban

EU integration remains Georgia’s primary foreign policy priority : Kobakhidze to Orban

“European Union integration remains our primary foreign policy priority, and Hungary’s role in this process is invaluable,” said Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze at the joint briefing with Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, Georgian Public Broadcaster reports.   According to the PM, he is grateful to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for visiting Georgia.  …

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We have consistently urged Georgian Government this year to walk back its anti-democratic actions: US State Department

We have consistently urged Georgian Government this year to walk back its anti-democratic actions: US State Department

The Georgian people went to the polls on Saturday in an election environment shaped by the ruling party’s policies, including misuse of public resources, vote buying, and voter intimidation, US State Department Spokesperson Matthew A. Miller stated during the Department’s Press Briefing.    “This contributed to an uneven playing field and undermined public and international trust…

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Mirzoyan thanked Landsbergis for strengthening partnership between Armenia and Lithuania

Mirzoyan thanked Landsbergis for strengthening partnership between Armenia and Lithuania

Armenia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Ararat Mirzoyan sent a message of thanks to his outgoing colleague Gabrielius Landsbergis of Lithuania for the support shown to Armenia.   “Dear friend Gabrielius Landsbergis, I want to thank you for your contribution to strengthening bonds and partnership between  Armenia and Lithuania, support towards Armenia’s stronger engagement with EU….

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Georgia to form government: Kobakhidze

Georgia to form government: Kobakhidze

The first session of the Georgian parliament will proceed as usual, and the government will be approved. This will happen despite the opposition’s refusal to recognize the election results, states Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, as quoted by Echo of the Caucasus.   “For all these years, they have never been able to accept the…

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Five thousand ‘elite’ fighters of North Korea will be moved to Kursk region: The New York Times

Five thousand ‘elite’ fighters of North Korea will be moved to Kursk region: The New York Times

Several thousand North Korean soldiers have arrived in Russia’s western Kursk region, where they are expected to participate in a coming counteroffensive meant to dislodge the Ukrainian troops who have occupied a portion of the region since August, one Ukrainian and two American officials said on Friday, The New York Times reports.   The North…

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German Chancellor Scholz ‘pushing for swift progress’ to free trade agreements between EU and India

German Chancellor Scholz ‘pushing for swift progress’ to free trade agreements between EU and India

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Friday (October 25) reiterated his economy minister’s comments on pushing for swift progress on talks for a free-trade agreement between India and the European Union during his keynote address at the 18th Asia-Pacific Conference in New Delhi, Reuters reports.   Adding that if they would work on the agreement together,…

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Armenian Foreign Ministry congratulated Kazakhstan on occasion of Republic Day

Armenian Foreign Ministry congratulated Kazakhstan on occasion of Republic Day

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia congratulated the people and Government of Kazakhstan on the occasion of the Republic Day. “Our heartfelt congratulations to the people and government of Kazakhstan celebrating Republic Day. Armenia looks forward to further developing future-oriented strategic cooperation between Yerevan and Astana based on mutual respect and trust,” the statement…

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European Parliament calls for EU sanctions on Azerbaijani individuals

European Parliament calls for EU sanctions on Azerbaijani individuals

European Parliament adopted a resolution on the situation in Azerbaijan, violation of human rights and international law and relations with Armenia. 453 deputies voted in favour of the resolution, 31 voted against, 89 abstained.   It highlights the deteriorating situation with human rights in that country, condemns Azerbaijan’s actions against Armenian population of Nagorno-Karabakh, describing…

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Turkey hits Kurdish militant targets in northern Iraq, Syria after attack in Ankara

Turkey hits Kurdish militant targets in northern Iraq, Syria after attack in Ankara

Reuters. Turkey’s National Intelligence Agency struck what it says are Kurdish militant targets in northern Iraq and northern Syria in retaliation for a deadly attack in Ankara, a security source said on Thursday (October 24).   The targets included military and intelligence facilities, ammunition depots, as well as logistical and energy infrastructure, it said.  …

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Turkey banned import of military products from USA to Russia: FT

Turkey banned import of military products from USA to Russia: FT

Turkey has reportedly restricted shipments of components found in Russian weapons to Russia following US warnings.   The Financial Times (FT), citing “three people with direct knowledge of the matter,” said Turkey has blocked exports of 48 categories of US-originated sensitive components such as microchips to Russia at Washington’s request.   One person told the…

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France stands by Armenia: Guillaume Kasbarian

France stands by Armenia: Guillaume Kasbarian

During a briefing, the journalist asked Guillaume Kasbarian, Minister of Civil Service, Streamlining, and Public Sector Transformation of France, whether by strengthening relations in the defense sector with Armenia, France considers the support provided to Armenia sufficient, and whether Armenia is not in danger.   Kasbarian, an Armenian by origin, who before assuming the post…

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Pezeshkian and Modi discussed development prospects of Chabahar port in Kazan

Pezeshkian and Modi discussed development prospects of Chabahar port in Kazan

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kazan on October 22. The meeting between the two friendly countries during Iran’s first BRICS Summit as an official member since joining the bloc on January 1, Intellinews reports.   During their bilateral meeting, both leaders emphasised the importance of strengthening cooperation within…

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Moldova successfully conducted elections and a constitutional referendum, despite facing a hybrid war Borrell

Moldova successfully conducted elections and a constitutional referendum, despite facing a hybrid war Borrell

Josep Borrell, High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy referred to the latest presidential election and referendum in Moldova.    “Moldovan authorities successfully conducted elections and a constitutional referendum, despite facing a hybrid war from Russia and its proxies.   We are committed to continue to support Moldova’s resilience, security and…

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