Mindia Gabadze

A few days ago in Tbilisi, I was attacked by a violent group encouraged by the government. I was physically assaulted at a rally while police stood by, resulting in a concussion and hospitalization. I’m now recovering and continuing my work. Intimidation will not silence the media. 📷 Guram Muradov

Thanks to Salome Zourabichvili and all of you 🤍🫂

The mood of the 56th day of the protest. #Tbilisi #Georgia

Until now, release from prison, even on bail, was always a moment of joy. But Nino Datashvili’s was unbearably painful: “I can’t even feel joy… I just want to sit. Don’t hug me.. Everything hurts. I’m sorry, and thank you all.” She was tortured for four months. The state can never repay such damage.

"The way you treat us is the way you’ll be treated. This is for Mzia [Amaglobeli]." Tamar Lortkipanidze, detained after climbing onto a police car on October 22. Charged with violence and assault on a police vehicle, causing damage estimated at 3,300 GEL. She faces up to seven years in prison.

Journalists Vakho Sanaia and Keta Tsitskishvili were detained on the pretext of “obstructing traffic.” The court sentenced Sanaia to 6 days of administrative detention and Tsitskishvili to 5 days. This is the reality for journalists in Georgia today. Solidarity with my colleagues.

Georgian Dream’s PR chief held a briefing over Mzia Amaghlobeli’s World Press Freedom Hero award. Still can’t understand why they picked a man whose name is known only to journalists. History has already been written — propaganda can’t rewrite it. Congrats to Mzia on this well-deserved award.

Thank you to The Council of Europe’s Safety of Journalists Platform for continuously monitoring and observing developments in Georgia. Journalists in Georgia are under serious threat in every space. That is why constant observation and response are essential.

On October 4, a rally was held in #Tbilisi, #Georgia alongside the local elections. Organizer urged protesters to move toward the Presidential Palace. Some broke the gate and entered the yard. Riot police dispersed them with pepper spray, water cannons, and tear gas. Photos for Publika.ge

The Prosecutor’s Office accuses Gela Khasaia of group assault causing minor injury. He and another were arrested on Sept 29, charged under Article 118 (2), facing 4–6 years. Gela Khasaia denies it; His lawyers call the case unclear.

Update about Gela Khasaia

Gela Khasaia, a member of the “Girchi - More Freedom” party and an active protester, was recently detained. The reason remains unknown. Friends and relatives learned about the arrest two hours later. Updates will follow after his lawyer leaves the detention facility.

After 5 months, I’m back on this platform. Covering the Georgian protests has been a tough journey for me and my colleagues. As Oct 4 local elections and a major anti-gov rally approach, I’ll post more often. Your support during this time means a lot. #Georgia #Tbilisi #Media