The decision was made after the Georgian parliament expressed confidence in Prime Minister Kobakhidze and his government on Thursday, February 8. In the new Cabinet of Georgia, Irakli Chikovani became the Minister of Defense, and 84 deputies expressed support for the government, against – 10, according to the Georgian service of Radio Liberty.

Who is the new new Prime Minister of Georgia Irakli Kobakhidhe?

Irakli Kobakhidze, a 45-year-old politician, became the party's seventh prime minister “Georgian dream”, which has held power in Georgia since the fall of 2012. Irakli Kobakhidkhe replaced Irakli Garibashvili, who resigned on January 29, becoming chairman of the ruling party.

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The media began discussing personnel changes in the government at the end of last year, when it was announced that Bidzina Ivanishvili, the founder of “Georgian Dream”. He took the post of honorary chairman of the party, gaining the right to nominate a candidate for the post of prime minister.

Opposition party “United National Movement” (END) Mikheil Saakashvili views these changes as evidence “insurmountable crisis” in the ruling party. UNM Chairman Levan Khabeishvili believes that these are just intrigues of the billionaire, motivated by his personal gain.

New Prime Minister of Georgia with the old one “Dream”

Bidzina Ivanishvili announced his intention to take action against corruption in the near future. Irakli Garibashvili, who twice headed the Georgian government, was criticized by the opposition led by Saakashvili for his policies, which they considered too favorable to Russia.

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Government “Georgian Dream”, while condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine, still pursues the most loyal policy in relations with Russia in recent times, and has refused to introduce national sanctions against Moscow. The new Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidhe, will likely continue this trend.

Ivanishvili’s fight against corruption and Russian influence

Bidzina Ivanishvili himself is known for his zealous defense of the interests of the Russian Federation in Georgia and has financial ties with Russia, which can probably be considered a form of “official loyalty fee”. Ivanishvili is the largest individual shareholder of the Russian company Gosprom, owning 1% of the shares of the state-owned enterprise, indicating his significant economic influence in the country. Similar schemes are also observed among former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder, who receives significant remuneration from commercial structures in Russia.

Сообщение Irakli Kobakhidhe is officially the new Prime Minister of Georgia появились сначала на GeoInform.

The first aspect in the report of Georgian President Zurabishvili – hybrid war

The first important aspect emphasized by Georgian President Zurabishvili was the problem of hybrid warfare. She noted that anti-Western propaganda is actively conducted in the country and pro-Russian campaigns are supported.

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At the same time, Zurabishvili expressed concerns about Georgia’s increasing dependence on Russian investments as a result of the massive influx of citizens from the Russian Federation. And as a consequence – the growth of infiltration of agents of Russian special services, who actively influence both the political and public life of Georgia.

The second point of President Zurabishvili’s report concerns European integration

The next aspect concerns European integration. Zurabishvili expressed confidence that European Union candidate status will protect and present Georgian identity, culture and values ​​on the European continent.

Georgian President Zurabishvili also touched upon the problem of corruption and concentration of power

Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili also touched upon the problem of corruption and concentration of power. She accused the ruling Georgian Dream party in the absence of a dividing line between it and the government, pointing to the concentration of all power in the hands of one body and the subordination of the system to corruption schemes.

Criticism of President Zurabishvili’s report by Irakli Kobakhidze

Responding to the president’s speech, candidate for prime minister of Georgia Irakli Kobakhidze noted that Zurabishvili’s speech resembled “the speech of the radical opposition,” but did not contain anything new or interesting.

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Such reports from Georgian President Salome Zurabishvilia and subsequent comments highlight the difficult political situation in the country and the disagreements between various political forces and branches of government in Georgia.

Сообщение The President of Georgia made an annual report появились сначала на GeoInform.

Georgia Election Integrity Initiative

The initiative to improve the integrity of Georgia's elections comes as the country prepares for parliamentary elections in 2024 and municipal elections in 2025.

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Accountability, Transparency and Trust in Elections in Georgia

The main objectives of the project are an active election observation mission, voter information campaigns and support for constructive dialogue between political parties and voters. These efforts are aimed at developing a culture of accountability, transparency and trust in Georgia's elections.

“The elections in Georgia have the potential to reaffirm the country’s commitment to democratic principles and its desire to join the European Union. I am confident that this project, by observing elections, providing knowledge and education to voters, and promoting dialogue between political parties and voters, will greatly assist the democratic process in Georgia.”. – stated EU Ambassador to Georgia Pavel Gerchinsky. 

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The project is a collaborative effort led by ISFED in partnership with the Georgian Foundation for Strategic and International Studies (GFSIS) and the Georgian Charter of Journalism Ethics.

Сообщение Georgia Election Integrity Project появились сначала на GeoInform.

Garibashvili resigns as Prime Minister of Georgia

Решение об этих кадровых изменениях было принято на заседании политсовета правящей партии 24 января и будет официально объявлено 1 февраля в ходе внеочередного съезда Грузинской мечты. Согласно информации от телеканала Имеди, на этом съезде Ираклий Гарибашвили займет пост председателя партии. Гарибашвили идет в отставку с поста премьера.

New Guide “Georgian Dream” and the new Prime Minister of Georgia

Этот резонансный обмен должностями стал главной политической новостью в стране. СМИ подчеркивают, что Гарибашвили станет новым лидером “Georgian Dream”, а Ираклий Кобахидзе возьмет на себя обязанности премьер-министра. Официальное объявление о данном решении планируется на съезде партии 1 февраля.

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Эти перемены в руководстве страны вызывают широкий интерес и обсуждения в обществе. Новое руководство будет сталкиваться с рядом вызовов и задач, в том числе с укреплением политической стабильности и реализацией ключевых стратегических целей для развития Грузии. В то же время, эти перемены отражают динамичность политической сцены страны и стремление к новым вызовам и перспективам.

Сообщение Garibashvili and Kobakhidze will switch places появились сначала на GeoInform.

In the context of these events, the Biden administration believes it is necessary to respond more forcefully than has previously been done in response to other incidents in the region, including the Hamas attack on Israel. Possible actions could include both military operations and possible sanctions against Iranian officials responsible for the incident.

Biden's most important decision as US President

The decision to launch a military operation in Iran will be one of the most important for Biden during his presidency. It will be aimed at punishing those responsible for the attack and at the same time deterring Iran from further provocations in the region.

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However, such a decision could also lead to direct confrontation between the United States and Tehran's leadership, adding even more unrest to an already tense situation in the region.

Six US Air Force refueling aircraft have already headed to the Middle East.

According to reports, six tanker aircraft have already headed from the US towards the Middle East. This indicates serious preparations for possible actions in the region. Potential US Air Force strikes are expected to target Iran, given that there are no other major threats requiring similar attention and response.

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It is worth noting that both sides – both American and Iranian – demonstrate readiness to escalate the conflict. Moreover, both President Biden and Supreme Ayatollah Khamenei are elderly, which adds additional tension and significance to this situation.

Iran puts its armed forces on alert

Iran, in turn, is also putting its armed forces on alert, which indicates the seriousness of the situation.

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Given the current circumstances, strikes could begin in the coming days, which creates additional challenges for the international community and emphasizes the need to resolve the conflict.

The US will respond to Iran – Biden

“We will answer”, – Biden said after the deaths of US military personnel in the Middle East. This is the first time American troops have been killed by hostile fire in the Middle East since the war in the Gaza Strip began.

Сообщение Iran attacks US military base in Jordan появились сначала на GeoInform.

It is important to note that in recent years Bidzina Ivanishvili has not remained aloof from political events. In his statement, he emphasized the need to maintain a healthy atmosphere within the party. “He faints” (Russian: “Georgian Dream”), which indicates his fear for the existence of this political force.

Possible reason for Bidzina Ivanishvili’s return to politics

In fact, this may be due to the growing aggression of the Russian Federation towards Georgia. Since revanchist imperial narratives are growing in Russia in relation to “former Soviet republics”. And the Russian occupiers move the control-dividing strip in South Ossetia every month, killing Georgian citizens who may be in these places.

The politician himself is famous for lobbying the interests of the aggressor country (Russian Federation) in Georgia and has financial interests in the Russian Federation, which may be “official loyalty fee”. The same “scheme” also works for former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder, who officially receives a disproportionately large salary in commercial government agencies of the Russian Federation.

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Who is Bidzina Ivanishvili?

Bidzina Ivanishvili, also known as the Kremlin's grise, wields significant influence in Georgian politics. His decision to return to active politics could have important consequences for the future political landscape in Georgia. It is worth noting that Ivanishvili is the largest shareholder of the Russian company “Gosprom”, controlling 1% of the shares of the state-owned enterprise, which emphasizes its economic influence in the country.

Сообщение Bidzina Ivanishvili returns to politics 2024 появились сначала на GeoInform.

According to Bidzina Ivanishvili, he is leaving the post of party chairman “Georgian Dream – Democratic Georgia“, and the game itself.

“The people saw the efforts I made for the country and state interests. I am confident that the Georgian people will appreciate my today’s step, which is dictated by the same interests for which I came into politics.”

says Ivanishvili’s letter

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Сообщение Bidzina Ivanishvili leaves politics появились сначала на GeoInform.

Как отметил глава правительства, в борьбе с невидимым врагом есть свои герои. Эти персонажи люди, работающие в сфере здравоохранения, полицейские, солдаты, служащие самоуправления и все те государственные служащие, которые неустанно трудились на протяжении всего этого периода для создания более безопасной среды. Передают Georgian News.

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«Поздравления с наступающим 2021 годом. Желаю вам и вашим близким крепкого здоровья и благополучия. Прошлый год был необычным и полным вызовов для всего мира. Мы оказались в состоянии войны с невидимым врагом, который заставил нас отказаться от привычного ритма жизни, потеряв драгоценных людей. Наряду с великим испытанием, в то же время 2020 год был также годом больших переоценок, когда каждый из нас задумался о самой важной ценности жизни и здоровье человека, без которых ничто не имеет цены.

Самое главное, 2020 год стал годом беспрецедентной гражданской ответственности, когда государство и гражданин вместе столкнулись с проблемой. У борьбы с невидимым противником есть свои герои. Эти герои люди, работающие в сфере здравоохранения врачи, медсестры или парамедики, которые до сих пор борются за спасение наших граждан.

Я хочу, чтобы они всегда помнили, что мы все им особенно благодарны. «Эти герои полицейские, солдаты, сотрудники самоуправления, каждый из тех государственных служащих, которые неустанно трудились все это время, чтобы создать более безопасную среду, просто чтобы помочь каждому из наших граждан»

\сказал Георгий Гахария.

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Сообщение New Year's greetings from Georgian Prime Minister Giorgi Gakharia появились сначала на GeoInform.

The main foreign policy task is the de-occupation of occupied territories, as well as the return of internally displaced persons.

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Правящая партия “Georgian Dream” называет Европейскую интеграцию и членство в НАТО – основным и неуклонным курсом Грузии. Также партия заявила о прагматичной и принципиальной политике по отношению к РФ.

The document also talks about strengthening and developing relations with China, India, Japan, Korea and other countries in Asia, the Middle East, as well as the South American, African and Pacific regions.

The document clarifies that, as part of its work towards the European Union, Georgia will strengthen its relations with Germany, France, the Baltic States, the Visegrad Group and the UK.

A completely new clause on interstate litigation with the Russian Federation was added to the resolution.

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Сообщение The Georgian Parliament adopted a resolution on the EU and NATO появились сначала на GeoInform.

Победитель будет утвержден съездом партии, который состоится 27 декабря 2020 году.

Национальное Движение выдвинуло двух кандидатов на пост председателя партии – Нику Мелиа и Левана Варшаломидзе. По предварительным данным, Ника Мелиа выиграла с преимуществом в 40%.

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15 декабря стало известно, что Григол Вашадзе покинул Национальное Движения.

«Я не могу терпеть появления таких одиозных фигур вокруг партии и внутри нее, какими мы были давно, как будто мы ушли в прошлое и с которыми, повторяю, никогда не завоюем доверие избирателей»

написал Григол Вашадзе

Григол Вашадзе также отметил, что невозможно не вызвать глубокого возмущения кампанией нападок и оскорблений в адрес глав дипломатических миссий стран стратегических союзников.

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Сообщение Nika Melia will become chairman of the National Movement появились сначала на GeoInform.