**Georgian Politics in Flux: President and Opposition React to Repression**
The Georgian Dream party is nearing its end, according to President Salome Zurabishvili. She pointed to increased repression as a sign of the party’s desperation, which has failed to intimidate people or consolidate power.
President Zurabishvili also highlighted “cracks” within the ruling party, citing recent departures of officials from Georgian Dream. This development comes amidst ongoing protests against the government.
**New Fund to Support Protesters**
To help protesters pay hefty fines, Davit Jincharadze, a member of the opposition Freedom Square party, has announced the creation of a new fund. The bank account will be based in England to prevent authorities from freezing it.
This move follows previous instances where Georgian authorities froze five other funds used by protesters. For updates on resistance stories and more information about this new fund, follow our live blog.
**State Security Service Report**
The State Security Service (SSSG) released its 2024 annual report, stating that elections in various countries have shifted the global geopolitical landscape and benefited nations upholding traditional values. The report also highlights attempts by external and internal actors to undermine Georgia’s political and economic stability.
This includes alleged plans to eliminate ruling party members and a purported coup attempt. Furthermore, the report criticizes disinformation from certain Western nations.
**Detention in Russian-Occupied South Ossetia**
A local man suspected of passing classified information to Georgian intelligence has been detained by the state security committee in Russian-occupied South Ossetia. This development is in coordination with Russia’s Federal Security Service and the region’s foreign intelligence service, according to a South Ossetian news outlet.
**MEGOBARI Act to be Considered**
The MEGOBARI Act, which calls for sanctions against those undermining Georgian democracy, is set to be considered for a final vote in the House of Representatives next week. This development comes as Washington-based correspondent Alex Raufoglu reported on the matter.
**Key Statistics from Geostat**
According to Georgia’s National Statistics Office (Geostat), Russia became the leading country of origin for visitors to Georgia in the first quarter of 2025, making up 19.3% of total visitors. Turkey placed second with a 16.5% share, followed by Armenia at 13%.
Georgia’s real GDP growth rate was 9.0% in March 2025 compared to the same month last year, according to Geostat.
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