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30.06.2025

Amendments to the Organic Law of Georgia 'On Common Courts' Completely Eliminate the Accountability of the Judicial System to Society

We respond to the amendments made to the Organic Law "On Common Courts." These amendments substantially expand and simplify mechanisms for punishing judges, thereby further strengthening the power of the judicial clan.
24.06.2025

Arrest of political leaders – another step towards dictatorship

We echo the facts of the arrest of opposition leaders, which directly indicate that the ruling regime in Georgia has finally chosen the path of authoritarianism.
23.06.2025

Statement of Human Rights Center Regarding the Imprisonment of Zurab “Girchi” Japaridze

On June 23, 2025, for disobedience to the request of the investigation commission, Zurab Japaridze was sentenced to 7 months imprisonment and was prohibited to hold a public office for a period of 2 years.
12.06.2025

Statement of Human Rights Center Regarding the Mass Restriction of Freedom of Expression on Social Media 

On June 11, 2025, civil activists, TV-anchors, journalists and opposition politicians almost simultaneously were summoned to the Tbilisi City Court on June 12, 2025 , in connection with ongoing administrative offense cases against them. The cases are related with the critical statements (so-called posts) of the mentioned individuals about the Georgian Dream MPs and government officials on social media.
04.06.2025

'GEORGIAN DREAM' IMPLEMENTS A POLICY OF CENSORING CRITICAL TV CHANNELS, TAKING ANOTHER STEP TOWARD DICTATORSHIP

We express strong concern over the complaints filed by the ruling party, “Georgian Dream,” against leading critical broadcasters operating in Georgia – “TV Pirveli” and “Formula”, as well as “Mtavari TV” (currently operating on a website and social platforms only). The content of these complaints represents a direct attempt to impose censorship.
22.05.2025

Due to the refusal on summons for the unconstitutional commission of the illegitimate parliament, the “Georgian Dream” regime is persecuting opposition politicians

Due to the refusal on summons for the unconstitutional investigative commission of the illegitimate parliament, the “Georgian Dream” regime is persecuting opposition politicians. Through a sanctioned justice system, the regime aims to suppress the ongoing continuous protest in the country, forcibly gain the legitimization of the parliament, and eliminate democratic, pro-Western opposition politicians from the political field.
09.05.2025

Joint Statement by Civil Society Organizations On the Occasion of Europe Day

On 9 May, Europe Day is celebrated across the European Union and beyond. On this date, 75 years ago, the concept of a united Europe was set in motion, an idea founded on the principles of peace, prosperity, democracy, and equality.
05.05.2025

Georgia: Judicial harassment and home searches targeting human rights defenders and activists

The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), has received new information and requests your urgent intervention in the following situation in Georgia.
18.04.2025

The Suspension of Visa Liberalization Serves the Interests of Ivanishvili and Russia—Not the Georgian People

We respond to the recent statements made by Ivanishvili’s high-ranking officials—including representatives of the illegitimate parliament and government—regarding the potential suspension of visa-free travel for Georgian citizens to the European Union.
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