Denial of entry in an administrative buildingProhibition on filming
Journalists with Cameras Denied Entry to The Court
On May 22, 2025, a court hearing for politician Zurab “Girchi” Japaridze was held at Tbilisi City Court. The case has drawn significant public attention, and with it, strong interest from the media.
Denial of entry in an administrative buildingProhibition on filming
Media with Photo or Video Equipment Still Denied Access to The Court
According to the online outlet Publika, media representatives carrying photo and/or video cameras are still being denied entry to the Tbilisi City Court building.
Media’s Access to the Parliament Building Limited for Some Outlets
On May 14, 2025, a "yellow level" security alert was declared at the Georgian Parliament building, resulting in restricted access for most media outlets
Damage to equipmentPhysical injuryPhysical violenceVerbal insult
Crew of “TV Pirveli” Attacked and Equipment Seized
On May 12, 2025, in Kvemo Kartli, a journalist and a cameraman from TV Pirveli, who were investigating the resignation of former Deputy Governor Giorgi Shinjikashvili, were physically attacked by the former official’s father.
Journalists were not allowed to attend the public conference of Georgian judges
On May 7, 2025, a judges' conference was held in Tbilisi, where, apart from the Public Broadcaster’s “First Channel,” no media representatives were allowed access. According to TV Pirveli, journalist Mariam Gaprindashvili and her cameraman were even prevented from entering the courtyard.
Ministry of Internal Affairs Initiates Another Administrative Case Against Mzia Amaghlobeli
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has launched yet another administrative case against Mzia Amaghlobeli, founder of the independent media outlets Batumelebi and Netgazeti.
Public Broadcaster Shuts Down the Program “Real Space”
On May 5, 2025, employees of the Georgian Public Broadcaster's program "Real Space" announced that the show had been officially canceled by the broadcaster’s decision.
