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Many of us have left Facebook because of the negativity, but the silence outside feels deafening, especially considering recent events in Tbilisi. For 36 years, I’ve witnessed rallies for a free and democratic Georgia, and now, staying silent feels like a betrayal.

In a surprising move, the Georgian Parliament just overruled the President’s veto on a bill ditching mandatory gender quotas for party lists in elections! This means political parties will no longer be forced to have a specific number of women candidates.

Georgia’s ruling party, “Georgian Dream,” is pushing a controversial foreign agents law that has sparked widespread protests and raised concerns about the country’s democratic future. While the party claims the law promotes transparency, critics argue it’s a blatant copy of Russia’s legislation used to silence dissent. Let’s delve into why this law is seen as a dangerous step towards authoritarianism.

For centuries, Georgia, nestled amidst the snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus Mountains, has been a crossroads of empires and cultures. Imagine a land that echoes with the clash of swords from Alexander the Great’s campaigns and the hushed reverence of Byzantine mosaics. Today, this ancient land is once again undergoing a transformation, emerging as a surprising beacon of democratic reform in the post-Soviet era. Its journey, like the mythical phoenix rising from the ashes, is a story of remarkable progress intertwined with lingering challenges.

Imagine a country nestled amidst the snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus Mountains, a land with a rich history and a vibrant culture. This is Georgia, a nation that has shed its Soviet past and embarked on an ambitious journey towards democracy.

Tensions are reaching a fever pitch in Georgia as students from 13 universities, including the prestigious Tbilisi State University and Ilia State University, prepare to launch a nationwide strike on May 13th. This bold move signifies a dramatic escalation in protests against the controversial “Agents’ Law,” a piece of legislation critics believe threatens the very fabric of Georgian democracy and aligns the country with Russia’s authoritarian tendencies.

TBILISI, GEORGIA – May 13, 2024 – Tensions remain high in Tbilisi, Georgia, as protests against a controversial “foreign agents” bill enter their fourth week. The legislation, backed by the ruling Georgian Dream party, has sparked widespread anger and accusations of democratic backsliding.

World leaders have expressed their condolences to Türkiye following the explosion on Istanbul’s famous İstiklal Avenue that claimed the lives of six people.

A Tanzanian business flight worked by Accuracy Air crash-arrived in terrible climate in Lake Victoria on Sunday, killing 19 individuals.