Georgia

Country Georgia
Capital Tbilisi (official) & Kutaisi (legislative)
Continent Asia
Currency Lari(GEL)
Languages Georgian, Russian, Armenian & Azerbaijani

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The region of present day Georgia contained the ancient kingdoms of Colchis and Kartli-Iberia. The area came under Roman influence in the first centuries A.D. and Christianity became the state religion in the 330s. Domination by Persians, Arabs, and Turks was followed by a Georgian golden age (11th-13th centuries) that was cut short by the Mongol invasion of 1236. Subsequently, the Ottoman and Persian empires competed for influence in the region. Georgia was absorbed into the Russian Empire in the 19th century. Independent for three years (1918-1921) following the Russian revolution, it was forcibly incorporated into the USSR until the Soviet Union dissolved in 1991. An attempt by the incumbent Georgian government to manipulate national legislative elections in November 2003 touched off widespread protests that led to the resignation of Eduard SHEVARDNADZE, president since 1995. New elections in early 2004 swept Mikheil SAAKASHVILI into power along with his National Movement party. Progress on market reforms and democratization has been made in the years since independence, but this progress has been complicated by Russian assistance and support to the breakaway regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. After a series of Russian and separatist provocations in summer 2008, Georgian military action in South Ossetia in early August led to a Russian military response that not only occupied the breakaway areas, but large portions of Georgia proper as well. Russian troops pulled back from most occupied Georgian territory, but in late August 2008 Russia unilaterally recognized the independence of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. This action was strongly condemned by most of the world's nations and international organizations.

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Georgia - Wikipedia
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As Trump watches, Georgia Republicans brace for a bruising Senate primary - NBC NewsAs Trump watches, Georgia Republicans brace for a bruising Senate primary  NBC News

Bella Culley's Georgia drug smuggling sentence reduced to two years - BBCBella Culley's Georgia drug smuggling sentence reduced to two years  BBC

Man in full Nazi uniform assaults Georgia student outside college; video goes viral - Times of IndiaMan in full Nazi uniform assaults Georgia student outside college; video goes viral  Times of India

Georgia's New Oil Hub Could Offer a Lifeline to Russia's Shadow Fleet - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comGeorgia's New Oil Hub Could Offer a Lifeline to Russia's Shadow Fleet  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Georgia: Spectacular downfall of ex-PM accused of having $6.5m in his flat - BBCGeorgia: Spectacular downfall of ex-PM accused of having $6.5m in his flat  BBC

Chinese citizens arrested in Georgia, accused of trying to buy uranium - Al JazeeraChinese citizens arrested in Georgia, accused of trying to buy uranium  Al Jazeera

Thousands Of Iranian Companies Operating In Georgia Amid Sanctions Evasion Concerns - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyThousands Of Iranian Companies Operating In Georgia Amid Sanctions Evasion Concerns  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Owner of Georgian broadcaster called country’s ‘propaganda megaphone’ is based in London - The GuardianOwner of Georgian broadcaster called country’s ‘propaganda megaphone’ is based in London  The Guardian

Georgia's police use water cannons to push back protesters trying to storm presidential palace - AP NewsGeorgia's police use water cannons to push back protesters trying to storm presidential palace  AP News

Live Updates: Local Elections and Protest - Civil GeorgiaLive Updates: Local Elections and Protest  Civil Georgia

Georgia: Escalating Harassment of Anti-Torture NGOs and Journalists… - World Organisation Against Torture | OMCTGeorgia: Escalating Harassment of Anti-Torture NGOs and Journalists…  World Organisation Against Torture | OMCT

Singh Travels Georgia and TACT Host Knowledge Sharing Session at Chandigarh Club - The Voice of ChandigarhSingh Travels Georgia and TACT Host Knowledge Sharing Session at Chandigarh Club  The Voice of Chandigarh

Georgia arrests three for trying to illegally buy 2kg of uranium - BBCGeorgia arrests three for trying to illegally buy 2kg of uranium  BBC

Majilis Speaker pays official visit to Georgia - qazinform.comMajilis Speaker pays official visit to Georgia  qazinform.com

Daily Horoscope for Thursday, October 30, 2025 by Georgia Nicols - Austin American-StatesmanDaily Horoscope for Thursday, October 30, 2025 by Georgia Nicols  Austin American-Statesman

Shape the future with confidence - EYShape the future with confidence  EY

First deep mine carbon storage project unveiled in Georgia - gasworldFirst deep mine carbon storage project unveiled in Georgia  gasworld

Ethics in Action: Georgia Tech Welcomes Inaugural Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer Joshua Toas - Georgia Tech News CenterEthics in Action: Georgia Tech Welcomes Inaugural Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer Joshua Toas  Georgia Tech News Center

CMS’s Georgia Waiver Extension Underscores the Failure of Medicaid Work Requirements - Georgetown UniversityCMS’s Georgia Waiver Extension Underscores the Failure of Medicaid Work Requirements  Georgetown University

GPB morning headlines for October 30, 2025 - Georgia Public BroadcastingGPB morning headlines for October 30, 2025  Georgia Public Broadcasting

Horoscope for Thursday, 10/30/25 by Georgia Nicols - CT InsiderHoroscope for Thursday, 10/30/25 by Georgia Nicols  CT Insider

Netflix’s ‘Nightmares of Nature’ exposes the horrors Georgia’s wildlife faces - AJC.comNetflix’s ‘Nightmares of Nature’ exposes the horrors Georgia’s wildlife faces  AJC.com

Amid Shutdown, Cyber Attack Thwarts Georgia SNAP Recipients - GovTechAmid Shutdown, Cyber Attack Thwarts Georgia SNAP Recipients  GovTech

Georgia agency will research imperiled diamondback terrapin but declines to require protections - Georgia RecorderGeorgia agency will research imperiled diamondback terrapin but declines to require protections  Georgia Recorder

Just Launched: Georgia’s State Wildlife Action Plan - SaportaReportJust Launched: Georgia’s State Wildlife Action Plan  SaportaReport

Government shutdown puts Georgia early childhood programs at risk - WSAV-TVGovernment shutdown puts Georgia early childhood programs at risk  WSAV-TV

Five Georgia opposition leaders charged with ‘coup’ attempt after protests - Al JazeeraFive Georgia opposition leaders charged with ‘coup’ attempt after protests  Al Jazeera

Bella Culley's Georgia drug smuggling sentence reduced to two years - BBCBella Culley's Georgia drug smuggling sentence reduced to two years  BBC

For Indians in Georgia, Trump’s new $100K visa fee sows confusion, panic - AJC.comFor Indians in Georgia, Trump’s new $100K visa fee sows confusion, panic  AJC.com

Czech Embassy in Georgia marks national day with organ concert - Georgia TodayCzech Embassy in Georgia marks national day with organ concert  Georgia Today

The spooky but essential science of Georgia’s bats - The Macon MelodyThe spooky but essential science of Georgia’s bats  The Macon Melody

Georgia visa woes: Indians report racial profiling, detentions at borders - Business StandardGeorgia visa woes: Indians report racial profiling, detentions at borders  Business Standard

Georgia teacher sues school district that fired her and others because of budget shortfall - Georgia RecorderGeorgia teacher sues school district that fired her and others because of budget shortfall  Georgia Recorder

What did Georgia's U.S. senators do in October? Here's a recap of your taxpayer dollars at work - Georgia Public BroadcastingWhat did Georgia's U.S. senators do in October? Here's a recap of your taxpayer dollars at work  Georgia Public Broadcasting

Georgia RNG facility to be sold - Waste Today -Georgia RNG facility to be sold  Waste Today -

Some Head Start programs in Georgia at risk as federal shutdown halts funds - Georgia Public BroadcastingSome Head Start programs in Georgia at risk as federal shutdown halts funds  Georgia Public Broadcasting

Georgia Capital PLC Executes Share Buyback - TipRanksGeorgia Capital PLC Executes Share Buyback  TipRanks

Georgia AG makes decision on Hall Co. Planning Commission: "we cannot conclude a violation ... occurred" - AccessWdunGeorgia AG makes decision on Hall Co. Planning Commission: "we cannot conclude a violation ... occurred"  AccessWdun

Rare Medieval Chainmail and Helmet Unearthed at Rustavi Fortress - Ancient OriginsRare Medieval Chainmail and Helmet Unearthed at Rustavi Fortress  Ancient Origins

Kemp works to steady Georgia’s ties with South Korea after Hyundai raid - AJC.comKemp works to steady Georgia’s ties with South Korea after Hyundai raid  AJC.com

This obscure Georgia election is about so much more than your power bill - grist.orgThis obscure Georgia election is about so much more than your power bill  grist.org

AJC poll: Georgia Democrats express growing distrust in the election system - AJC.comAJC poll: Georgia Democrats express growing distrust in the election system  AJC.com

Georgia lawmaker steps down, creating another vacancy under the Gold Dome - Georgia RecorderGeorgia lawmaker steps down, creating another vacancy under the Gold Dome  Georgia Recorder

Shuttering Head Start in Georgia would create child care and workforce crisis - AJC.comShuttering Head Start in Georgia would create child care and workforce crisis  AJC.com

UNG signs MOU with Georgia Tech-Europe - University of North GeorgiaUNG signs MOU with Georgia Tech-Europe  University of North Georgia

Why is Georgia’s defense mediocre this season? Here’s what the personnel data says - The New York TimesWhy is Georgia’s defense mediocre this season? Here’s what the personnel data says  The New York Times

Princess Charlene in Georgia to support young Monegasque rugby players - Monaco TribunePrincess Charlene in Georgia to support young Monegasque rugby players  Monaco Tribune

EU further pressures Georgia as ruling party moves to ban three opposition parties - DFWatchEU further pressures Georgia as ruling party moves to ban three opposition parties  DFWatch

German Government publishes funding details for NGOs in Georgia, but omits specific names - 1TV.GEGerman Government publishes funding details for NGOs in Georgia, but omits specific names  1TV.GE

No tricks, all treats! Where to find Halloween discounts in Georgia at Chipotle, Cinnabon, more - Savannah Morning NewsNo tricks, all treats! Where to find Halloween discounts in Georgia at Chipotle, Cinnabon, more  Savannah Morning News

This Georgia BBQ favorite just made a major national best-of list, according to USA Today - The Augusta ChronicleThis Georgia BBQ favorite just made a major national best-of list, according to USA Today  The Augusta Chronicle

This Georgia city is one of the best places to celebrate Halloween, WalletHub says - The Augusta ChronicleThis Georgia city is one of the best places to celebrate Halloween, WalletHub says  The Augusta Chronicle

Ga. firefighter’s hand severed in sword attack - EMS1Ga. firefighter’s hand severed in sword attack  EMS1

No. 5 Georgia looks to maintain control vs. regrouping Florida - AccessWdunNo. 5 Georgia looks to maintain control vs. regrouping Florida  AccessWdun

2025 News items - Georgia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies - World Trade Organization2025 News items - Georgia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies  World Trade Organization

Georgia SNAP Benefits: Potential Impact of Government Shutdown - MeykaGeorgia SNAP Benefits: Potential Impact of Government Shutdown  Meyka

Video of train crashing through truck in Union City, Georgia - 11Alive.comVideo of train crashing through truck in Union City, Georgia  11Alive.com

Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America Celebrates Grand Opening, Powering U.S. Economic Growth - hyundai.comHyundai Motor Group Metaplant America Celebrates Grand Opening, Powering U.S. Economic Growth  hyundai.com

Trump pushes an end to medical care for transgender youth nationally - Georgia Public BroadcastingTrump pushes an end to medical care for transgender youth nationally  Georgia Public Broadcasting

Florida-Georgia weekend to transform downtown Jacksonville with tailgates, drones, and record crowds - The Business JournalsFlorida-Georgia weekend to transform downtown Jacksonville with tailgates, drones, and record crowds  The Business Journals

Man in Nazi uniform assaulted Georgia student after he was denied entry to bar, officials say - NBC NewsMan in Nazi uniform assaulted Georgia student after he was denied entry to bar, officials say  NBC News

College football Week 10 picks against the spread: Penn State-Ohio, Georgia-Florida and more - The New York TimesCollege football Week 10 picks against the spread: Penn State-Ohio, Georgia-Florida and more  The New York Times

Pearl Announces Partnership to Bring Energy Rebate Program to Georgia Homeowners - Merced Sun-StarPearl Announces Partnership to Bring Energy Rebate Program to Georgia Homeowners  Merced Sun-Star

AI use in Georgia courts brings harsh consequences - AJC.comAI use in Georgia courts brings harsh consequences  AJC.com

CFB Expert Debates Which Team Could Give Georgia Tech Their First Loss This Season - Sports IllustratedCFB Expert Debates Which Team Could Give Georgia Tech Their First Loss This Season  Sports Illustrated

Georgia’s PM: We are bound to remove undemocratic forces for sake of our people, state, and democracy - 1TV.GEGeorgia’s PM: We are bound to remove undemocratic forces for sake of our people, state, and democracy  1TV.GE

Combating complacency: Georgia women’s tennis builds on championship momentum - The Red & BlackCombating complacency: Georgia women’s tennis builds on championship momentum  The Red & Black

An English Rose in Georgia: The Smurfs - Bryan County NewsAn English Rose in Georgia: The Smurfs  Bryan County News

Week 10 preview: Why Georgia's matchup with Florida just means more, plus key matchups - ESPNWeek 10 preview: Why Georgia's matchup with Florida just means more, plus key matchups  ESPN

Georgia needs a manufacturing workforce. This Carrollton program can help. - AJC.comGeorgia needs a manufacturing workforce. This Carrollton program can help.  AJC.com

North Florida Dominates Georgia Southern In Senior Day Win - SwimSwamNorth Florida Dominates Georgia Southern In Senior Day Win  SwimSwam

Georgia Tech #ProJackets Football Report - Georgia Tech AthleticsGeorgia Tech #ProJackets Football Report  Georgia Tech Athletics

Georgia DCA warns federal shutdown will disrupt Section 8 housing payments to landlords - 11Alive.comGeorgia DCA warns federal shutdown will disrupt Section 8 housing payments to landlords  11Alive.com

‘Lives changed’: Georgia Baptist Collegiate Ministries celebrates 100 years - The Baptist Paper‘Lives changed’: Georgia Baptist Collegiate Ministries celebrates 100 years  The Baptist Paper

Why Georgia vs Florida is moving out of Jacksonville - UGA WireWhy Georgia vs Florida is moving out of Jacksonville  UGA Wire

Georgia football vs Florida scouting report, bold predictions, injury updates - Online AthensGeorgia football vs Florida scouting report, bold predictions, injury updates  Online Athens

Make That Kid an Offer Nominees: Week of October 27 - Georgia Public BroadcastingMake That Kid an Offer Nominees: Week of October 27  Georgia Public Broadcasting

No. 5 Georgia looks to maintain control of the ‘Cocktail Party’ against regrouping Florida - Toronto StarNo. 5 Georgia looks to maintain control of the ‘Cocktail Party’ against regrouping Florida  Toronto Star

Juiced by data centers, Georgia Power parent company’s profits have jumped - AJC.comJuiced by data centers, Georgia Power parent company’s profits have jumped  AJC.com

For Georgia's Sharashidze: Parties' outrage is illogical; they have self-banned, saying no point in elections - 1TV.GEFor Georgia's Sharashidze: Parties' outrage is illogical; they have self-banned, saying no point in elections  1TV.GE

Food Bank of Northeast Georgia announces distribution plans in wake of federal shutdown - Online AthensFood Bank of Northeast Georgia announces distribution plans in wake of federal shutdown  Online Athens

Atlanta mayor announces 'emergency initiative' & Georgia Democrats keep up calls for state action as SNAP cutoff over shutdown looms - 11Alive.comAtlanta mayor announces 'emergency initiative' & Georgia Democrats keep up calls for state action as SNAP cutoff over shutdown looms  11Alive.com

Old Dominion Women’s Soccer Faces Georgia State in First Round of Sun Belt Championship - Old Dominion AthleticsOld Dominion Women’s Soccer Faces Georgia State in First Round of Sun Belt Championship  Old Dominion Athletics

Georgia-Florida football is hotels, tickets and the swinging pendulum of the rivalry - Online AthensGeorgia-Florida football is hotels, tickets and the swinging pendulum of the rivalry  Online Athens

4 Georgia Bulldogs ruled out on initial injury report for Florida game - 247Sports4 Georgia Bulldogs ruled out on initial injury report for Florida game  247Sports

Georgia registers its second-best score ever, places third at the Ka’anapali Classic - The Red & BlackGeorgia registers its second-best score ever, places third at the Ka’anapali Classic  The Red & Black

Georgia protesters try to storm Tbilisi presidential palace - BBCGeorgia protesters try to storm Tbilisi presidential palace  BBC

Georgia country profile - BBCGeorgia country profile  BBC

Ginny & Georgia Season 4 Has Begun Filming - NetflixGinny & Georgia Season 4 Has Begun Filming  Netflix

ESPN predicts the winner of Georgia football vs. Florida - UGA WireESPN predicts the winner of Georgia football vs. Florida  UGA Wire

Georgia Tech Football: Things I Think I Know - NC State - From The Rumble SeatGeorgia Tech Football: Things I Think I Know - NC State  From The Rumble Seat

No. 10 Miami visits SMU, No. 8 Georgia Tech travels to NC State to headline ACC slate - AP NewsNo. 10 Miami visits SMU, No. 8 Georgia Tech travels to NC State to headline ACC slate  AP News

Georgia SNAP payments to halt; Democrats urge Kemp to use budget surplus - FOX 5 AtlantaGeorgia SNAP payments to halt; Democrats urge Kemp to use budget surplus  FOX 5 Atlanta

Wildcats Host Georgia State on Senior Night - UK AthleticsWildcats Host Georgia State on Senior Night  UK Athletics

Georgia high school football live updates: Nearly 50 games on tap for Thursday - AJC.comGeorgia high school football live updates: Nearly 50 games on tap for Thursday  AJC.com

Strength on strength: Florida's Jadan Baugh faces stought Georgia run defense - The Red & BlackStrength on strength: Florida's Jadan Baugh faces stought Georgia run defense  The Red & Black

Georgia PM says protesters tried to overthrow government, vows crackdown - Al JazeeraGeorgia PM says protesters tried to overthrow government, vows crackdown  Al Jazeera

Georgia's Blue Ridge Mountain College Town Is A Cozy Getaway With Southern Charm And Serene Nature - YahooGeorgia's Blue Ridge Mountain College Town Is A Cozy Getaway With Southern Charm And Serene Nature  Yahoo

No. 25 Florida Volleyball Continues Road Stretch at Georgia and South Carolina - Florida GatorsNo. 25 Florida Volleyball Continues Road Stretch at Georgia and South Carolina  Florida Gators

Police fire water cannon at Georgia protesters near presidential palace - Al JazeeraPolice fire water cannon at Georgia protesters near presidential palace  Al Jazeera