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18 September 2026,
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22:18
Precipitation is expected across most of Georgia on September 19 and 20
21:44
Maka Botchorishvili meets UN Resident Coordinator in Georgia
19:02
For us, sustainable development means building a nation that ensures a healthy, safe, and dignified life for all citizens, translating economic growth into tangible opportunities for everyone - Kobakhidze
17:51
EU Delegation to Georgia rejects validity of so-called elections in Georgia’s occupied breakaway region of South Ossetia
17:07
October 4 case convicts Giorgi Chakhunashvili and Zakro Albutashvili finalize plea deals and confess
16:15
Any so-called elections held in the occupied territories under Russian occupation are illegal and bear no international legal validity – MFA
16:02
Irakli Shatakishvili elected First Deputy Chair of the Legal Issues Committee
16:00
Georgia and the Republic of Nauru to establish diplomatic relations
15:06
Foreign agents fail to conceal their frustration. They take no joy in the construction, development, or overall advancement of our country, our cities, and our villages - Prime Minister
15:04
With a 7.9% economic growth recorded over the first 7 months, we are sustaining country’s strong developmental momentum. A primary driver behind this success is our total eradication of high-level corruption – Kobakhidze
14:54
We have won 2 crucial legal battles in The Hague and Strasbourg. Such messages echo the fact that our administration has effectively ensured protection of national interests - Kobakhidze on CoE’s Committee of Ministers decision
13:26
Prime Minister of Georgia visits newly-rehabilitated Public Schools N4 & N5 in Batumi
13:23
Border Police detained 3 persons for illegal crossing of the State Border and 1 person for the attempt of illegal crossing of the State Border
13:17
“Farmer’s Day 2026” to be held on September 19
11:37
On the international legal stage, we reversed what were essentially lost cases inherited from Saakashvili’s regime, achieving victory in every single court - Papuashvili on Georgia’s disputes against Russia
10:31
Prime Minister of Georgia opens a Regional Roundtable of Central Bank Governors
10:28
David Songulashvili meets with American wine professionals and journalists
10:05
Seven Public Kindergartens temporarily closed on epidemiologists’ advice, 183 others remain open - Tbilisi Kindergarten Agency
10:03
Committee of Ministers of the CoE examined the execution of judgments delivered by the ECHR in the inter-State cases of Georgia v. Russia
09:34
Investigation Service launched an investigation into intoxication cases at kindergartens
08:24
Mariam Kvrivishvili meets newly appointed US Chargé d’Affaires - priority areas of cooperation were discussed
00:11
National Bank sets new exchange rate for GEL
17 September
22:15
Weather forecast for September 18
21:44
Rtveli enters active phase in Kakheti, backed by government subsidies and a plentiful harvest
20:13
Maka Botchorishvili meets State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia Damjan Jović
17:13
Prime Minister of Georgia met with the Secretary-General of the UN Tourism organization
16:36
CEC Chairperson briefs representatives of International Organizations and Diplomatic Missions on current electoral issues
16:30
We understand the need for transparency in the US and reaffirm once again that foreign, especially destructive influence in Georgia must be prevented - Volski
15:24
We are working on a highly interesting initiative regarding the digitalization of construction supervision, and we aim to roll out the pilot phase within this year - Guram Dumbadze
14:01
Squad of the Georgian national team for the UEFA Nations League matches has been announced
13:58
Georgia, US discuss foreign military financing issues at Ministry of Defense
13:41
Prime Minister of Georgia meets Newly-Appointed Ambassador to Azerbaijan
12:48
Natia Turnava participates in the Swift Payment Forum
12:21
We are not introducing any bilateral sanctions against Iran; that would be absurd and incorrect. We operate strictly in compliance with the established international sanctions regime – Kobakhidze
11:47
Rtveli will be organized to the highest standards; this year we expect an all-time record, and we have fully prepared in advance – Kobakhidze
11:43
Energy is one of the sectors whose smooth operation often goes unnoticed, but even a minor disruption is immediately felt across the country – Kvrivishvili
11:42
It is highly positive that the US prioritizes transparency of foreign influence. What we have been arguing for years - and what our opponents labeled as the "Russian law" - has proven to be the bedrock of democracy - Kobakhidze
11:20
The energy sector plays a vital role in our nation’s development, its advancement will continue to be a primary priority for our Government - Kobakhidze
11:10
Lasha Maghradze has been appointed Deputy Minister of Justice
10:47
Opposition Alliance in its initial format no longer exists, yet we maintain active coordination with member parties - Tevzadze
08:20
Rtveli is actively underway in Kakheti - up to 11,000 tons of grapes have already been processed
08:10
Economy Minister meets representatives of Azerbaijani conglomerate PASHA Holding
00:22
National Bank sets new exchange rate for GEL
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22:18
Precipitation is expected across most of Georgia on September 19 and 20
21:44
Maka Botchorishvili meets UN Resident Coordinator in Georgia
19:02
For us, sustainable development means building a nation that ensures a healthy, safe, and dignified life for all citizens, translating economic growth into tangible opportunities for everyone - Kobakhidze
17:51
EU Delegation to Georgia rejects validity of so-called elections in Georgia’s occupied breakaway region of South Ossetia
17:07
October 4 case convicts Giorgi Chakhunashvili and Zakro Albutashvili finalize plea deals and confess
16:15
Any so-called elections held in the occupied territories under Russian occupation are illegal and bear no international legal validity – MFA
16:02
Irakli Shatakishvili elected First Deputy Chair of the Legal Issues Committee
16:00
Georgia and the Republic of Nauru to establish diplomatic relations
15:06
Foreign agents fail to conceal their frustration. They take no joy in the construction, development, or overall advancement of our country, our cities, and our villages - Prime Minister
15:04
With a 7.9% economic growth recorded over the first 7 months, we are sustaining country’s strong developmental momentum. A primary driver behind this success is our total eradication of high-level corruption – Kobakhidze
14:54
We have won 2 crucial legal battles in The Hague and Strasbourg. Such messages echo the fact that our administration has effectively ensured protection of national interests - Kobakhidze on CoE’s Committee of Ministers decision
13:26
Prime Minister of Georgia visits newly-rehabilitated Public Schools N4 & N5 in Batumi
13:23
Border Police detained 3 persons for illegal crossing of the State Border and 1 person for the attempt of illegal crossing of the State Border
13:17
“Farmer’s Day 2026” to be held on September 19
11:37
On the international legal stage, we reversed what were essentially lost cases inherited from Saakashvili’s regime, achieving victory in every single court - Papuashvili on Georgia’s disputes against Russia
10:31
Prime Minister of Georgia opens a Regional Roundtable of Central Bank Governors
10:28
David Songulashvili meets with American wine professionals and journalists
10:05
Seven Public Kindergartens temporarily closed on epidemiologists’ advice, 183 others remain open - Tbilisi Kindergarten Agency
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Any so-called elections held in the occupied territories under Russian occupation are illegal and bear no international legal validity – MFA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia condemns the so-called presidential elections held in the occupied Tskhinvali region on 18 September 2026.
We have won 2 crucial legal battles in The Hague and Strasbourg. Such messages echo the fact that our administration has effectively ensured protection of national interests - Kobakhidze on CoE’s Committee of Ministers decision
Such messages are precisely a reflection of the fact that our Government has properly ensured and continues to ensure the protection of our national interests.
Seven Public Kindergartens temporarily closed on epidemiologists’ advice, 183 others remain open - Tbilisi Kindergarten Agency
The Tbilisi Kindergarten Management Agency has released a statement regarding the food poisoning incidents documented across capital pre-school facilities.
22:18
Precipitation is expected across most of Georgia on September 19 and 20
21:44
Maka Botchorishvili meets UN Resident Coordinator in Georgia
19:02
For us, sustainable development means building a nation that ensures a healthy, safe, and dignified life for all citizens, translating economic growth into tangible opportunities for everyone - Kobakhidze
17:51
EU Delegation to Georgia rejects validity of so-called elections in Georgia’s occupied breakaway region of South Ossetia
17:07
October 4 case convicts Giorgi Chakhunashvili and Zakro Albutashvili finalize plea deals and confess
16:15
Any so-called elections held in the occupied territories under Russian occupation are illegal and bear no international legal validity – MFA
16:02
Irakli Shatakishvili elected First Deputy Chair of the Legal Issues Committee
16:00
Georgia and the Republic of Nauru to establish diplomatic relations
15:06
Foreign agents fail to conceal their frustration. They take no joy in the construction, development, or overall advancement of our country, our cities, and our villages - Prime Minister
15:04
With a 7.9% economic growth recorded over the first 7 months, we are sustaining country’s strong developmental momentum. A primary driver behind this success is our total eradication of high-level corruption – Kobakhidze
14:54
We have won 2 crucial legal battles in The Hague and Strasbourg. Such messages echo the fact that our administration has effectively ensured protection of national interests - Kobakhidze on CoE’s Committee of Ministers decision
13:26
Prime Minister of Georgia visits newly-rehabilitated Public Schools N4 & N5 in Batumi
13:23
Border Police detained 3 persons for illegal crossing of the State Border and 1 person for the attempt of illegal crossing of the State Border
13:17
“Farmer’s Day 2026” to be held on September 19
11:37
On the international legal stage, we reversed what were essentially lost cases inherited from Saakashvili’s regime, achieving victory in every single court - Papuashvili on Georgia’s disputes against Russia
10:31
Prime Minister of Georgia opens a Regional Roundtable of Central Bank Governors
10:28
David Songulashvili meets with American wine professionals and journalists
10:05
Seven Public Kindergartens temporarily closed on epidemiologists’ advice, 183 others remain open - Tbilisi Kindergarten Agency
All news
POLITICS
Maka Botchorishvili meets UN Resident Coordinator in Georgia
For us, sustainable development means building a nation that ensures a healthy, safe, and dignified life for all citizens, translating economic growth into tangible opportunities for everyone - Kobakhidze
EU Delegation to Georgia rejects validity of so-called elections in Georgia’s occupied breakaway region of South Ossetia
Any so-called elections held in the occupied territories under Russian occupation are illegal and bear no international legal validity – MFA
Irakli Shatakishvili elected First Deputy Chair of the Legal Issues Committee
ECONOMICS
Prime Minister of Georgia opens a Regional Roundtable of Central Bank Governors
National Bank sets new exchange rate for GEL
Rtveli enters active phase in Kakheti, backed by government subsidies and a plentiful harvest
Natia Turnava participates in the Swift Payment Forum
Energy is one of the sectors whose smooth operation often goes unnoticed, but even a minor disruption is immediately felt across the country – Kvrivishvili
SOCIETY
Precipitation is expected across most of Georgia on September 19 and 20
Prime Minister of Georgia visits newly-rehabilitated Public Schools N4 & N5 in Batumi
“Farmer’s Day 2026” to be held on September 19
David Songulashvili meets with American wine professionals and journalists
Seven Public Kindergartens temporarily closed on epidemiologists’ advice, 183 others remain open - Tbilisi Kindergarten Agency
LAW
October 4 case convicts Giorgi Chakhunashvili and Zakro Albutashvili finalize plea deals and confess
Border Police detained 3 persons for illegal crossing of the State Border and 1 person for the attempt of illegal crossing of the State Border
Seven Public Kindergartens temporarily closed on epidemiologists’ advice, 183 others remain open - Tbilisi Kindergarten Agency
Tamaz Elizbarashvili stops prison hunger strike
Tbilisi City Court sentences former State Security Chief Grigol Liluashvili to 13 years in Prison
REGIONS
Rtveli is actively underway in Kakheti - up to 11,000 tons of grapes have already been processed
GEL 27.7 million tender announced for rehabilitation of Khashuri-Surami-Rikoti tunnel bypass road
National Food Agency seizes expired food items from a retail shop in Adjara
Georgia has launched construction of a new 11.3-km section of the Batumi-Sarpi road
Anaklia Deep Sea Port strategically significant project for both Georgia and wider region, particularly within framework of Middle Corridor - Tamar Ioseliani
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Ukraine has proposed that its partners secure agreement with Russia to halt infrastructure strikes - Zelenskyy
The European Union ambassadors AGAIN failed today to extend the Russian sanctions - Rikard Jozwiak
US diesel prices soar past USD 6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling everyday goods
MEPs push to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine - Euronews
Trump offers USD 5,000 to every American if Republicans win midterm elections - Reuters
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