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The EU harshly criticized the repressive innovations in Georgian legislation
Politics
The EU harshly criticized the repressive innovations in Georgian legislation
3 April 2025

Brussels criticized the repressive laws and amendments recently adopted by the Georgian parliament, which was effectively formed by the ruling party. This primarily concerns the so-called "direct copy" of the American FARA, which replaced the "Russian" version of the law "On Transparency of Foreign Influence", as well as amendments to the law "On Broadcasting".

Zarema Musayeva quoted threats from a security guard whose face she allegedly scratched
Human rights
Zarema Musayeva quoted threats from a security guard whose face she allegedly scratched
3 April 2025

The hearing on the criminal case of disruption of the colony's activities against Zarema Musayeva continued in the Shali City Court of Chechnya. According to the investigation, she, being seriously ill, attacked FSIN employee Bekbulatov and scratched his neck. It is noteworthy that he did not ask the defendant a single question in court.

The growth in housing construction in the North Caucasus is four times higher than the Russian average
Economy
The growth in housing construction in the North Caucasus is four times higher than the Russian average
3 April 2025

As of the end of March 2025, the volume of multi-apartment housing under construction in the North Caucasus Federal District increased by 26% over the year. The figure amounted to 4.3 million sq. m. At the same time, in Russia as a whole, it increased by 6% - to 114.8 million sq. m. This was reported by Ekaterina Vlasova, Deputy Head of the DOM.RF Analytical Center.

Moscow has once again expressed dissatisfaction with Armenia's intention to join the European Union
Politics
Moscow has once again expressed dissatisfaction with Armenia's intention to join the European Union
3 April 2025

Russia is confident that Armenia cannot be a member of two associations at the same time, such as the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and the European Union. This was stated today, April 3, by Deputy Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation Mikhail Galuzin.

The United States has imposed customs duties on imports from the South Caucasus countries
Politics
The United States has imposed customs duties on imports from the South Caucasus countries
3 April 2025

US President Donald Trump has announced the introduction of customs duties on imports of goods from many countries around the world. Among the latter are the countries of the South Caucasus.

Former Prime Minister of Dagestan sentenced to 13 years in prison
Society
Former Prime Minister of Dagestan sentenced to 13 years in prison
3 April 2025

The Izmailovsky District Court of Moscow sentenced former Prime Minister of Dagestan Abdusamid Gamidov to 13 years in a maximum security prison. In addition, he will have to pay a fine of 12 million rubles. This was reported by the press service of the Moscow courts of general jurisdiction on their Telegram channel.

Baku Accuses Yerevan of Shelling Border Positions
Politics
Baku Accuses Yerevan of Shelling Border Positions
2 April 2025

Amid the discussion of a peace treaty between the two countries, Baku has once again accused Yerevan of escalating the conflict. A message appeared on the Telegram channel of the Azerbaijani Defense Ministry that today, April 2, from 13:55 to 14:05, units of the Armenian armed forces periodically attacked the positions of the Azerbaijani army from positions located in the direction of the Istisu settlement of the Keshishkend district. It is noted that the shelling was carried out with small arms.

Tbilisi Bans NGOs from Participating in Public Policy Development
Politics
Tbilisi Bans NGOs from Participating in Public Policy Development
2 April 2025

The Georgian Parliament has adopted in its final reading a bill amending 14 existing laws. According to the amendments, which were supported by 81 MPs, the non-governmental sector of Georgia is now prohibited from participating in public decision-making, including nominating candidates for membership in the Council of Prosecutors and the Disciplinary Board of Judges of General Jurisdiction.

A resident of Chechnya was given six years for aiding terrorism
Society
A resident of Chechnya was given six years for aiding terrorism
2 April 2025

A 30-year-old resident of Chechnya was sentenced to six years in prison. The investigation claims that she transferred money to a terrorist organization.

Another serviceman in the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic was sentenced to a long term for evading military service
Human rights
Another serviceman in the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic was sentenced to a long term for evading military service
2 April 2025

The Nalchik Garrison Military Court sentenced serviceman Yuri Ganasevich to six years in prison. He was found guilty of abandoning his military unit.