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Amidst Trump and Putin’s "diesel deal," Tbilisi calls its refusal to join anti-Russian sanctions the right move
11 October 2026

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has described Tbilisi's decision not to join sanctions against Russia as the correct one. He made this statement in response to an agreement between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the supply of Russian diesel fuel to American and global markets.

Kobakhidze responds to EU ambassador's criticism by alleging double standards and support for the opposition
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Kobakhidze responds to EU ambassador's criticism by alleging double standards and support for the opposition
11 October 2026

In response to criticism from EU Ambassador Paweł Herczyński, Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze accused the European bureaucracy of supporting the radical opposition and asserted that the Georgian authorities have a better understanding of the principles of democracy and human rights. Herczyński had previously reported a deterioration in the country's situation, attributing it to government actions and anti-European rhetoric.

Chechnya among Russian regions introducing GTO drone-piloting standard
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Chechnya among Russian regions introducing GTO drone-piloting standard
10 October 2026

Chechnya is among the Russian regions introducing a drone-piloting standard under the GTO physical fitness programme as part of the federal project Na Vysote! (“At Altitude!”). According to the Vedomosti newspaper, the initiative aims to “popularise” drone piloting among young people and train specialists for the unmanned aircraft industry. Russian officials have also openly acknowledged that the skills acquired could be used in the war against Ukraine.

FSB Reports Plot to Attack Religious Institution Parishioners in Kabardino-Balkaria
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FSB Reports Plot to Attack Religious Institution Parishioners in Kabardino-Balkaria
9 October 2026

A 35-year-old local woman has been detained in Kabardino-Balkaria; the FSB suspects her of plotting an armed attack on parishioners at a religious institution. According to the agency, the woman was acting under the direction of Ukrainian special services. The regional FSB directorate announced this on October 9, and local media outlets disseminated the information.