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Georgia Intensifies Crackdown on Ruling Party Amid Unrest

10/18/2025

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On October 17, 2025, Georgian authorities intensified a crackdown on figures linked to the ruling Georgian Dream party by raiding former officials including Irakli Garibashvili, Grigol Liluashvili, and Otar Partskhaladze.
Prosecutor Giorgi Gvarakidze reported the seizure of cash and electronic devices, without specifying the allegations.
The crackdown follows months of unrest, with the opposition alleging democratic backsliding.
The crackdown is seen by the opposition as jeopardizing Georgia's EU aspirations.

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Story summary

On October 17, 2025, Georgian authorities intensified a crackdown on figures linked to the ruling Georgian Dream party by raiding former officials including Irakli Garibashvili, Grigol Liluashvili, and Otar Partskhaladze.
Prosecutor Giorgi Gvarakidze reported the seizure of cash and electronic devices, without specifying the allegations.
The crackdown follows months of unrest, with the opposition alleging democratic backsliding.
The crackdown is seen by the opposition as jeopardizing Georgia's EU aspirations.