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"Promoting Georgian Endemic Grape Varieties is Essential" – Mariam Khomasuridze

Mariam Khomasuridze, co-founder of the Georgian Wine Guild and an oenologist, emphasizes the importance of expanding Georgian wine’s presence in mature markets such as the UK, Germany, and other EU countries, including those with their own strong winemaking traditions.

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Shalva Papuashvili: "What Sergo Ordzhonikidze Wrote in 1921, Zuraab Djaparidze Writes Today"

"Take a look at the archives to see what Sergo Ordzhonikidze wrote in 1921, and I assure you, you will find almost the same thing that Zuraab Djaparidze is writing today," said Shalva Papuashvili, the Chairman of the Parliament of Georgia.

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Grass and Trees Burning in Tskhinvali and Several Villages

In several districts of the so-called South Ossetia, including Tskhinvali, firefighters are battling the fire. This was reported by the "Res" agency.

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1 US dollar is now worth 2.7865 lari – Exchange rate

The National Bank of Georgia has set a new exchange rate. As a result of trading on March 18, the US dollar strengthened and is now worth 2.7865 lari. The rate that was in effect today was 2.7759 lari.

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Trump Before Talks with Putin: Much Has Already Been Agreed

Donald Trump stated that many elements of a peace agreement on Ukraine have been agreed upon, but much remains unresolved. "I look forward to speaking with President Putin," the U.S. president wrote.

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A Murder Occurred in Tbilisi

A murder took place in the Gldani district of Tbilisi. According to available information, one person was killed.

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Mikheil Saakashvili was sentenced to 4 years and 6 months in prison for illegally crossing the border, with a total sentence of 12 years and 6 months

The former President of Georgia, Mikheil Saakashvili, was found guilty by the Tbilisi City Court in the case of illegal crossing of Georgia’s state border.

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Zelensky Stated That There Is No Encirclement of Ukrainian Forces in the Kursk Region

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that there is no encirclement of Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region and that the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) continue their operation in certain areas of the border region. He wrote this on his Telegram channel while commenting on the report of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Oleksandr Syrskyi.

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Heavy Snowfall Leaves Thousands in Western Georgia Without Stable Electricity Supply

Severe winter weather continues to disrupt electricity supply in Western Georgia, affecting approximately 8% of subscribers, with Guria experiencing the worst outages, reports electricity distribution company Energo Pro Georgia.

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Energy Training Center at GNERC Awarded with "Energy Globe"

The Energy Training Center at the Georgian National Energy and Water Supply Regulatory Commission (GNERC) has been awarded the „Energy Globe“ Award for the successful implementation of the project "Raising Students’ and Youth Awareness on Drinking Water and Water Resources," supported by UNICEF.

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Zurab Dznelashvili Ends Public Service Career, Moves to Private Sector

Zurab Dznelashvili has officially stepped down from his position as Advisor to the Minister of Finance of Georgia, marking the end of his 20-year career in the public sector.

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Passenger Train to Resume Baku-Tbilisi-Baku Route from April

A passenger train service will be reinstated on the Baku-Tbilisi-Baku route starting in April 2025, according to Azerbaijani media, citing government sources.

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Hazelnut Subsidy Program Budget Increased to 23 Million GEL in 2025

The state program supporting hazelnut farmers will continue in 2025, with an increased budget of 23 million GEL, according to the Rural Development Agency. The Georgian government officially approved the program and published the relevant resolution in the Legislative Gazette on February 11.

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1 US Dollar Now Worth 2.8157 Lari – Exchange Rate

The National Bank of Georgia has set a new exchange rate. As a result of the trading on February 13, the US dollar strengthened and became worth 2.8157 lari. The previous exchange rate was 2.8089 lari.

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Statement of the Political Council of the Georgian Dream

We would like to respond to the resolution adopted today by the European Parliament, which is directed against Georgia and the authorities elected by the Georgian people.

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Orban: "I Had a Good Meeting with Kobakhidze"

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban posted on the platform X photos with Irakli Kobakhidze and claimed that he had a good meeting with him.

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Georgia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs Detains 5 Individuals Linked to the "Criminal Underworld"

Officers of the Guria Police Department of Georgia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, in cooperation with the Ozurgeti District Prosecutor’s Office, conducted joint operational measures and investigative actions, resulting in the detention of five individuals connected to the "criminal underworld" in Tbilisi, Ozurgeti, and the settlement of Ureki, based on a court ruling. This was reported by the Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs.

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Gas Supply Restoration Underway for 150,000 Subscribers in Vake-Saburtalo – Tbilisi Energy

The restoration of gas supply for up to 150,000 subscribers in Vake-Saburtalo has begun in stages following the repair of a damaged 500 mm central gas pipeline, Tbilisi Energy announced.

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Trump: The U.S. Will Take Control of the Gaza Strip

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States would take control of the Gaza Strip. Trump made this statement on February 4 at the White House following a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Accident in Eastern Georgia – 1 Person Killed

A fatal traffic accident occurred on the Marneuli-Tbilisi highway (Eastern Georgia).

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Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs Detains 22 People for Drug Crimes, Including 19 Drug Dealers

Officers from the Central Criminal Police of the Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs, along with departments in Tbilisi, Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti, Adjara, Imereti, and Shida Kartli, in cooperation with the General Prosecutor’s Office, conducted operational and investigative activities that led to the arrest of 22 individuals on drug-related charges, including 19 drug dealers.

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Shalva Papuashvili: Some EU Politicians Called the Rally in Tbilisi Peaceful – Let This Kind of Peace Be on Their Highways Too

The Speaker of the Georgian Parliament, Shalva Papuashvili, expressed bewilderment over statements made by some EU politicians regarding the nature of the protest on February 2 near Tbilisi Mall. According to Papuashvili, everyone could see the protesters' "attempt to commit a crime" as they tried to block the highway.

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Figure Skater Anastasia Gubanova Wins Silver Medal at the European Championships

Figure skater Anastasia Gubanova, representing Georgia, won a silver medal at the European Figure Skating Championships held in Tallinn.

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Irakli Kobakhidze: Strengthening Partnership with Kazakhstan is One of Georgia’s Foreign Policy Priorities

Political cooperation between Georgia and Kazakhstan is of great importance, Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze stated during his meeting with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in Astana.

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The Parliament of Georgia Elects Four New Members to the National Bank Council

At a plenary session, the Parliament of Georgia elected four new members to the National Bank Council.

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