Editor-in-Chief of “Media April,” Khatia Ghoghobersidze, fined 5,000 GEL for “blocking the road”
On May 31, 2025, the editor-in-chief of the news agency “April,” Khatia Ghoghobersidze, published a post on Facebook stating that she had been fined 5,000 GEL for "blocking the road" while performing her professional duties.
According to the decision of the Public Broadcaster’s Board of Trustees, attendance at board meetings will only be possible online
On May 30, 2025, a meeting of the Public Broadcaster’s Board of Trustees was held. The board made amendments to the regulations document of the Public Broadcaster's Board of Trustees.
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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.
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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.
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
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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.
Media Not Allowed into Public Session at Samtskhe-Javakheti State Administration
On May 8, 2025, the media was not allowed into a public session at the Samtskhe-Javakheti State Administration, where the new governor was being introduced. This information was reported by TOK2Region.
At the “Georgian Dream” party congress, online media was not allowed
On May 7, 2025, online media was restricted from covering the "Georgian Dream" congress. The official reason given was the limited number of available seats.
