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Abkhazian Cinema Fund head apologises for ‘provocative statements’ to Russian tourists
Open Caucasus Media
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July 9, 2025
Join the voices Aliyev wants to silence. For over eight years, OC Media has worked with fearless journalists from Azerbaijan — some of whom now face decades behind bars — to bring you the stories the regime is afraid will get out. Help us fuel...
European Parliament Urges Tougher Sanctions on Georgian Government Over Democratic Backsliding
The Messenger
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By Liza Mchedlidze Thursday, July 10, 2025 The European Parliament has adopted a resolution calling on the European Union to consider further restrictive measures against the ruling Georgian Dream party and the Georgian government, citing severe...
Russian Demand for U.S. Real Estate Surges 78.5%
The Moscow Times
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July 9, 2025
Interest in U.S. real estate among Russian nationals surged by 78.5% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, according to data released by the real estate firm Tranio and reported by the RBC news website on Wednesday. The increase marks a notable...
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Azerbaijan eyes green energy exports beyond oil as next economic engine [ANALYSIS]
AzerNews
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July 9, 2025
In an era marked by shifting geopolitical dynamics, energy security has become a critical global concern. The growing urgency to reduce dependence on Russian energy, particularly among European nations, has redefined the structure of global energy...
European court finds Russian responsible for international law violations. Here’s the key...
Dayton Daily News - Ohio
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They include the murder, torture, rape, and destruction of civilian infrastructure and kidnapping of Ukrainian children. Key decisions It’s the first time an international court has concluded there have been widespread human rights abuses by...
How Drag Race’s production company is helping small-town Prides across the country
LGBTQ Nation - California
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July 9, 2025
As corporations retreat from Pride event sponsorships amid the current administration’s efforts to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, the co-founders of RuPaul’s Drag Race production company, World of Wonder, are helping some...
“Georgia Has Emerged as a Leading Regional Hub in the BPO Sector” – Kvrivishvili Met with Industry Representatives
Business Media Gerogia
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July 9, 2025
The Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia, Mariam Kvrivishvili, convened a high-level meeting with representatives of leading international companies specialising in remote business services and processes. These industry...
European Parliament Adopts Strong Resolution on Georgia, Urges Sanctions and New Elections
Business Media Gerogia
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July 9, 2025
The European Parliament has adopted a critical resolution on Georgia, highlighting growing concerns over the country’s democratic backsliding and deteriorating political environment. The resolution passed with 490 votes in favor and 147 against,...
After Giorgi Ramishvili’s Case, Big Business Will Retreat Further into Silence – Tina Khidasheli
Business Media Gerogia
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July 9, 2025
Tina Khidasheli, Chairwoman of the NGO “Civil Idea” and former Minister of Defense, says the arrest of prominent businessman Giorgi Ramishvili sends a clear and dangerous message to Georgia’s business community, “Big Business Will Retreat Further...
“The Situation Is Difficult in Terms of Investments” - Zviad Skhvitaridze on U.S. Concerns Over Georgia’s Business Climate
Business Media Gerogia
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July 9, 2025
Zviad Skhvitaridze, founder of the U.S.-based consulting firm ZTN Consulting, says recent comments by U.S. Ambassador Robin Dunnigan reflect not just personal opinions but the official stance of the US administration regarding Georgia’s...
With West Bank annexation in the air, settlers revel in their impunity
+972 Magazine
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July 9, 2025
In partnership with Over the span of two days, one of the last remaining Palestinian communities between Ramallah and Jericho was uprooted from its land. On the evening of July 2, dozens of Israeli settlers descended on the West Bank shepherding...
Wyndham Grand Tbilisi, Georgia hotel review
The Independent
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July 9, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
European court finds Russia responsible for international law violations. Here’s the key takeaways
The Boston Globe - Massachusetts
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THE HAGUE, Netherlands — Europe’s top human rights court delivered damning judgments on Wednesday against Russia, finding Moscow responsible for widespread violations of international law in Ukraine and the shooting down of Malaysia Airlines...
Why the Creators of Drag Race Sponsored Small-Town Prides From Georgia to New Hampshire
them. - New York
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July 9, 2025
Sign up for The Agenda, Them’s news and politics newsletter, delivered every Thursday. World of Wonder (WOW) may be the entertainment behemoth responsible for the ever-expanding RuPaul’s Drag Race franchise. But during a year in which many...
Azerbaijan's Path To Regional Connectivity: Strategic Role Of Lazurit Corridor
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 8. Azerbaijan and Afghanistan press forward with discussions to expand the Lapis Lazuli trade route. The corridor is regarded as one of the most promising alternative routes for Afghanistan's...
Azerbaijan, Slovenia explore increasing gas supplies through TAP pipeline by 1.2 billion cubic meters
Azertag
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July 8, 2025
Baku, July 8, AZERTAC Parviz Shahbazov, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Energy, embarked on a working visit to Slovenia at the invitation of the country’s Minister of Environment, Climate and Energy Bojan Kumer. During the visit, the Azerbaijani Energy...
Despite security risks, Russia to reopen Gelendzhik Airport in drone-struck Krasnodar Krai
The Kyiv Independent
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July 9, 2025
Russia will reopen Gelendzhik Airport in the country's Krasnodar Krai for domestic flights on July 18, in a rare easing of airspace restrictons imposed at the start of the full-scale war, the Transport Ministry announced on July 9. The decision...
Weekend things to do: Morgan Wallen, Saigon Night Market, Boca Burger Battle, ‘Love Island’ watch party
South Florida Sun Sentinel
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July 9, 2025
On a strong live-music weekend in a great summer concert season, country star Morgan Wallen is here for two massive shows at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Friday and Saturday. Wallen will be here with music from his new record-breaking...
Uzbekistan, Georgia Pledge To Boost Bilateral Trade And Industrial Collaboration
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, July 9. Baxtiyor Saidov, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, held a meeting with Mariam Kvrivishvili, the Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia, Trend reports. “Our...
European court finds Russian responsible for international law violations. Here’s the key takeaways
AOL
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THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — Europe’s top human rights court delivered damning judgments on Wednesday against Russia, finding Moscow responsible for widespread violations of international law in Ukraine and the shooting down of Malaysia Airlines...