Georgia

Toppled Minaret Provokes Passions in Georgia

As Muslims call for rebuilding and Christians say no, officials who cited planning violation struggle to contain damage.

Abkhazia Takes in Ethnic Kin From Syria

Five hundred diaspora members have arrived so far.

Georgian Government Promises Economic Upturn

But critics say schemes to attract foreign investment may not be enough.

Georgians Wary of Medvedev Overtures

Russian prime minister talks of improving relations five years after 2008 war, but makes it clear there will be no compromise on key issues.

August 2008 Russian-Georgian War: Timeline

Five Years on, Georgia to Probe Facts of 2008 War

Still hanging on as president, Mikheil Saakashvili is threatened with investigation by a hostile government.

Tbilisi: Home from Home

Refugees from past wars navigate path between adapting to life where they are, and their hopes of returning home one day.

Georgia: US Didn't Force Tougher Visa Rules for Iran

Minister insists decision made internally, not connected with American concerns about Tbilisi as haven for Iranian sanctions-busters.

Child Marriage Persists in Parts of Georgia

Total illegal, the custom has not been tackled aggressively by authorities who seem to fear treading on people’s toes.

Shocking Police Abuse Videos in Georgia

Minister in charge of police at the time says he had no part in “inhuman” acts of torture.