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
Georgia - CIA World Fact Book
Georgia - BBC
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Georgia: Flash Floods 2023 - DREF Final Report (MDRGE017) - ReliefWebGeorgia: Flash Floods 2023 - DREF Final Report (MDRGE017)  ReliefWeb

Aftermath of Georgia elections: Western concerns | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahAftermath of Georgia elections: Western concerns | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Bird flu found in a Georgia commercial flock for the 1st time amid the nationwide outbreak - The New Indian ExpressBird flu found in a Georgia commercial flock for the 1st time amid the nationwide outbreak  The New Indian Express

Georgia senator arrested after he tried to defy a ban on entering the House chamber - The Associated PressGeorgia senator arrested after he tried to defy a ban on entering the House chamber  The Associated Press

Georgian opposition leader beaten up and blames governing party members - BBC.comGeorgian opposition leader beaten up and blames governing party members  BBC.com

Protests in Georgia near one-month mark as citizens demand changes - EuronewsProtests in Georgia near one-month mark as citizens demand changes  Euronews

Georgia’s new pro-Russia president inaugurated amid protests - POLITICO EuropeGeorgia’s new pro-Russia president inaugurated amid protests  POLITICO Europe

12 people found dead inside restaurant at popular ski resort - ABC News12 people found dead inside restaurant at popular ski resort  ABC News

Avian influenza outbreak in Georgia halts sale of poultry, forces quarantine - FOX 5 AtlantaAvian influenza outbreak in Georgia halts sale of poultry, forces quarantine  FOX 5 Atlanta

A boy in north Georgia went for a walk down the road. It landed his mother in jail - CNNA boy in north Georgia went for a walk down the road. It landed his mother in jail  CNN

Georgia battles Bird Flu outbreak: What you need to know to stay safe amid rising threat - The Economic TimesGeorgia battles Bird Flu outbreak: What you need to know to stay safe amid rising threat  The Economic Times

Bird flu hits commercial chicken flock in Georgia - Straight Arrow NewsBird flu hits commercial chicken flock in Georgia  Straight Arrow News

Watch: Georgia State Senator Colton Moore Thrown To Ground Trying To Enter House Chamber - NDTVWatch: Georgia State Senator Colton Moore Thrown To Ground Trying To Enter House Chamber  NDTV

Georgia country profile - BBC.comGeorgia country profile  BBC.com

Georgia: Criminal justice system abused to suppress protests - Amnesty InternationalGeorgia: Criminal justice system abused to suppress protests  Amnesty International

Two-President Problem: Recognition of Head of State of Georgia after 29 December - EJIL: Talk!Two-President Problem: Recognition of Head of State of Georgia after 29 December  EJIL: Talk!

LIST: Schools close, go virtual ahead of impending winter weather in Middle Georgia - wgxa.tvLIST: Schools close, go virtual ahead of impending winter weather in Middle Georgia  wgxa.tv

Bird flu detected in commercial poultry flock in Georgia, officials say - CBS NewsBird flu detected in commercial poultry flock in Georgia, officials say  CBS News

Georgia seeing frigid temperatures with snow potential for some; Trump inaugurated as 47th president - Atlanta News FirstGeorgia seeing frigid temperatures with snow potential for some; Trump inaugurated as 47th president  Atlanta News First

Coastal Health District to Close for Severe Winter Weather - Georgia Coastal Health DistrictCoastal Health District to Close for Severe Winter Weather  Georgia Coastal Health District

All poultry activities suspended in Georgia after bird flu confirmed in a commercial operation - CNNAll poultry activities suspended in Georgia after bird flu confirmed in a commercial operation  CNN

First case of commercial bird flu is a ‘serious threat’ to ag industry - Georgia RecorderFirst case of commercial bird flu is a ‘serious threat’ to ag industry  Georgia Recorder

Georgia under state of emergency order as winter storm approaches - WABE 90.1 FMGeorgia under state of emergency order as winter storm approaches  WABE 90.1 FM

Georgia winter storm: What to know now about the timing, snow amounts for Tuesday - Yahoo! VoicesGeorgia winter storm: What to know now about the timing, snow amounts for Tuesday  Yahoo! Voices

Bird Flu News: Georgia Halts In-State Poultry Transactions, France Resumes Exports - Food ProcessingBird Flu News: Georgia Halts In-State Poultry Transactions, France Resumes Exports  Food Processing

Bird flu found in a Georgia commercial flock for the first time amid the nationwide outbreak - The Associated PressBird flu found in a Georgia commercial flock for the first time amid the nationwide outbreak  The Associated Press

UPDATE: Metro Atlanta schools announce virtual learning, closures due to winter weather threat - Rough Draft AtlantaUPDATE: Metro Atlanta schools announce virtual learning, closures due to winter weather threat  Rough Draft Atlanta

LIST: Some school districts close, pivot to virtual learning due to winter weather forecast - Atlanta News FirstLIST: Some school districts close, pivot to virtual learning due to winter weather forecast  Atlanta News First

Georgia - IFADGeorgia  IFAD

Make preparations: State of emergency declared in Georgia ahead of second winter storm - Savannah Morning NewsMake preparations: State of emergency declared in Georgia ahead of second winter storm  Savannah Morning News

Winter Storm Enzo A Rare Snow, Ice Threat As Far South As Gulf Coast, Including Houston, New Orleans - The Weather ChannelWinter Storm Enzo A Rare Snow, Ice Threat As Far South As Gulf Coast, Including Houston, New Orleans  The Weather Channel

Winter weather coming to Georgia. Here's what to know about frozen pipe tips, dangers - Savannah Morning NewsWinter weather coming to Georgia. Here's what to know about frozen pipe tips, dangers  Savannah Morning News

Many South Georgia schools closing ahead of arctic blast - WALBMany South Georgia schools closing ahead of arctic blast  WALB

Georgia schools and colleges closing Tuesday ahead of expected rough weather - The Atlanta Journal ConstitutionGeorgia schools and colleges closing Tuesday ahead of expected rough weather   The Atlanta Journal Constitution

Georgia senator arrested after trying to enter House chamber - NBC NewsGeorgia senator arrested after trying to enter House chamber  NBC News

Georgia children weigh in on MLK Day, dream for the future - Atlanta News FirstGeorgia children weigh in on MLK Day, dream for the future  Atlanta News First

Georgia House leader relents, allows senator arrested Thursday to return for bicameral sessions - Georgia RecorderGeorgia House leader relents, allows senator arrested Thursday to return for bicameral sessions  Georgia Recorder

DOE Announces $6.57 Billion Loan to Rivian to Support the Construction of EV Manufacturing Facility in Georgia - Energy.govDOE Announces $6.57 Billion Loan to Rivian to Support the Construction of EV Manufacturing Facility in Georgia  Energy.gov

AWS plans to invest at least $11 billion in Georgia to expand infrastructure to support AI and cloud technologies - About AmazonAWS plans to invest at least $11 billion in Georgia to expand infrastructure to support AI and cloud technologies  About Amazon

Georgia Ag Dept. in containment, elimination mode after first state commercial avian influenza case - Atlanta News FirstGeorgia Ag Dept. in containment, elimination mode after first state commercial avian influenza case  Atlanta News First

Governor Kemp declares state of emergency in Georgia ahead of winter storm - WTXL ABC 27 Tallahassee NewsGovernor Kemp declares state of emergency in Georgia ahead of winter storm  WTXL ABC 27 Tallahassee News

Azerbaijan, Georgia hold high-level talks to bolster ties - Anadolu Agency | EnglishAzerbaijan, Georgia hold high-level talks to bolster ties  Anadolu Agency | English

LIST: School closings and changes in Central Georgia Tuesday ahead of potential winter weather - 13WMAZ.comLIST: School closings and changes in Central Georgia Tuesday ahead of potential winter weather  13WMAZ.com

Construction Begins on New Georgia State University Research Tower - Georgia State University NewsConstruction Begins on New Georgia State University Research Tower  Georgia State University News

Horoscope for Tuesday, 1/21/25 by Georgia Nicols - CT InsiderHoroscope for Tuesday, 1/21/25 by Georgia Nicols  CT Insider

Georgia winter weather update - FOX 5 AtlantaGeorgia winter weather update  FOX 5 Atlanta

Georgia: Authorities using draconian new laws to crack down on dissent - Amnesty InternationalGeorgia: Authorities using draconian new laws to crack down on dissent  Amnesty International

Georgia children weigh in on MLK Day, dream for the future - Atlanta News FirstGeorgia children weigh in on MLK Day, dream for the future  Atlanta News First

Winter storm will impact Coastal Georgia and Lowcountry with snow, sleet, and freezing rain - WJCL News SavannahWinter storm will impact Coastal Georgia and Lowcountry with snow, sleet, and freezing rain  WJCL News Savannah

Georgia Department of Transportation prepares roads for winter weather - WTOCGeorgia Department of Transportation prepares roads for winter weather  WTOC

Southeast Georgia drivers say they have ‘little’ to no experience in icy conditions. Here are some do’s and don’ts - WJXT News4JAXSoutheast Georgia drivers say they have ‘little’ to no experience in icy conditions. Here are some do’s and don’ts  WJXT News4JAX

GDOT treats roads ahead of winter weather in Georgia - Atlanta News FirstGDOT treats roads ahead of winter weather in Georgia  Atlanta News First

Winter Storm Watch across Georgia beginning Tuesday. How much snow is in the forecast? - Savannah Morning NewsWinter Storm Watch across Georgia beginning Tuesday. How much snow is in the forecast?  Savannah Morning News

College football fans flood into a chilly Georgia for national title game - WRDWCollege football fans flood into a chilly Georgia for national title game  WRDW

Bird flu cases shut down poultry exhibitions, sales in Georgia - Atlanta News FirstBird flu cases shut down poultry exhibitions, sales in Georgia  Atlanta News First

Georgia: President Zourabichvili calls on EU to step up and defend its values - European ParliamentGeorgia: President Zourabichvili calls on EU to step up and defend its values  European Parliament

LIST: School closings across Middle Georgia ahead of winter weather - 41 NBC NewsLIST: School closings across Middle Georgia ahead of winter weather  41 NBC News

Trump pardons Jan. 6 defendants, including 44 from Georgia - The Atlanta Journal ConstitutionTrump pardons Jan. 6 defendants, including 44 from Georgia   The Atlanta Journal Constitution

Vote: Who Should Be the Georgia Girls High School Basketball Player of the Week? (1/20/2025) - Sports IllustratedVote: Who Should Be the Georgia Girls High School Basketball Player of the Week? (1/20/2025)  Sports Illustrated

Georgia renters beg landlords to repair heat in freezing temperatures - Atlanta News FirstGeorgia renters beg landlords to repair heat in freezing temperatures  Atlanta News First

North Georgia state senator arrested trying to force way into House chamber - Georgia RecorderNorth Georgia state senator arrested trying to force way into House chamber  Georgia Recorder

Gov. Kemp declares state of emergency as winter weather targets Georgia - Macon TelegraphGov. Kemp declares state of emergency as winter weather targets Georgia  Macon Telegraph

Another 2.5 million sq ft data center campus proposed outside Atlanta, Georgia - DatacenterDynamicsAnother 2.5 million sq ft data center campus proposed outside Atlanta, Georgia  DatacenterDynamics

Georgia's outgoing president Salome Zourabichvili refuses to quit as successor Mikheil Kavelashvili sworn in - BBC.comGeorgia's outgoing president Salome Zourabichvili refuses to quit as successor Mikheil Kavelashvili sworn in  BBC.com

Update: Winter storm warning for Georgia for Tuesday and Wednesday - The Atlanta Journal ConstitutionUpdate: Winter storm warning for Georgia for Tuesday and Wednesday   The Atlanta Journal Constitution

Highly pathogenic Avian Influenza confirmed in commercial poultry flock in Georgia, all poultry activities in Georgia suspended - Grice ConnectHighly pathogenic Avian Influenza confirmed in commercial poultry flock in Georgia, all poultry activities in Georgia suspended  Grice Connect

Bird flu outbreak at Georgia poultry facility pauses sales - Fox BusinessBird flu outbreak at Georgia poultry facility pauses sales  Fox Business

Gov. Kemp declares state of emergency for freezing temperatures, possible snow - 11Alive.com WXIAGov. Kemp declares state of emergency for freezing temperatures, possible snow  11Alive.com WXIA

Update: Southeast Georgia under a winter storm warning Tuesday and Wednesday - The Atlanta Journal ConstitutionUpdate: Southeast Georgia under a winter storm warning Tuesday and Wednesday   The Atlanta Journal Constitution

Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock reflects on MLK Jr.'s teachings, legacy - NPRGeorgia Sen. Raphael Warnock reflects on MLK Jr.'s teachings, legacy  NPR

Gov. Kemp declares State of Emergency ahead of potential winter weather - 13WMAZ.comGov. Kemp declares State of Emergency ahead of potential winter weather  13WMAZ.com

Georgia preparing for upcoming winter storm - FirstCoastNews.com WTLV-WJXXGeorgia preparing for upcoming winter storm  FirstCoastNews.com WTLV-WJXX

‘Nobody here knows how to drive in it:’ Neighbors across Southeast Georgia prepare for winter weather - ActionNewsJax.com‘Nobody here knows how to drive in it:’ Neighbors across Southeast Georgia prepare for winter weather  ActionNewsJax.com

Gov. Kemp declares state of emergency ahead of another round of winter weather in Georgia - Atlanta News FirstGov. Kemp declares state of emergency ahead of another round of winter weather in Georgia  Atlanta News First

Winter storm: Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia school closure information - ActionNewsJax.comWinter storm: Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia school closure information  ActionNewsJax.com

Giuliani gets to keep property, agrees not to defame Georgia election workers - ReutersGiuliani gets to keep property, agrees not to defame Georgia election workers  Reuters

Sanctioning Georgian Dream Founder Bidzina Ivanishvili - Department of StateSanctioning Georgian Dream Founder Bidzina Ivanishvili  Department of State

Texas, Wisconsin, Michigan, Nebraska, Colorado, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Minnesota, Tennessee and More Brace for Extreme Cold Weather Alerts Disrupting Travel Across US: Check the Full List and What You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldTexas, Wisconsin, Michigan, Nebraska, Colorado, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Minnesota, Tennessee and More Brace for Extreme Cold Weather Alerts Disrupting Travel Across US: Check the Full List and What You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

Update: Freeze watch affecting Georgia Tuesday and Wednesday - The Atlanta Journal ConstitutionUpdate: Freeze watch affecting Georgia Tuesday and Wednesday   The Atlanta Journal Constitution

Bird flu detected on Georgia farm | Agriculture Commissioner assures poultry, eggs are safe - 11Alive.com WXIABird flu detected on Georgia farm | Agriculture Commissioner assures poultry, eggs are safe  11Alive.com WXIA

State of emergency issued for Alabama and Georgia ahead of winter weather Jan. 21 - WRBLState of emergency issued for Alabama and Georgia ahead of winter weather Jan. 21  WRBL

Extreme cold warning for Southwest Georgia for Wednesday - The Atlanta Journal ConstitutionExtreme cold warning for Southwest Georgia for Wednesday   The Atlanta Journal Constitution

Crisis in Georgia: Why the Trump Administration Should Step In To Shore Up US Influence - Just SecurityCrisis in Georgia: Why the Trump Administration Should Step In To Shore Up US Influence  Just Security

Rudy Giuliani avoids trial by settling with Georgia election workers he defamed - CNNRudy Giuliani avoids trial by settling with Georgia election workers he defamed  CNN

Secretary General concludes visit to Georgia - Council of EuropeSecretary General concludes visit to Georgia  Council of Europe

Situation in Georgia: Secretary General exchanges views with President Salome Zourabichvili and Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze - Council of EuropeSituation in Georgia: Secretary General exchanges views with President Salome Zourabichvili and Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze  Council of Europe

First ever Extreme Cold Warning issued for Metro Atlanta, Georgia - The WatchersFirst ever Extreme Cold Warning issued for Metro Atlanta, Georgia  The Watchers

LIVE UPDATES: Central Georgia braces for potential winter weather - 13WMAZ.comLIVE UPDATES: Central Georgia braces for potential winter weather  13WMAZ.com

South Georgia officials prepare for possibility of severe weather and wintery mix - WALBSouth Georgia officials prepare for possibility of severe weather and wintery mix  WALB

What are Georgia leaders saying after President Trump is sworn in? Here's what we know - The Augusta ChronicleWhat are Georgia leaders saying after President Trump is sworn in? Here's what we know  The Augusta Chronicle

Georgia: how a former Manchester City footballer will shift the nation’s politics further towards Russia - The ConversationGeorgia: how a former Manchester City footballer will shift the nation’s politics further towards Russia  The Conversation

Georgia gas price average increases compared to a week ago - AccessWDUNGeorgia gas price average increases compared to a week ago  AccessWDUN

Georgia appeals court upholds dismissal of 6 counts as Trump seeks to keep Willis disqualified from election case - ABC NewsGeorgia appeals court upholds dismissal of 6 counts as Trump seeks to keep Willis disqualified from election case  ABC News

CFP National Championship game | Players with Georgia ties on the roster for Notre Dame, Ohio State - 11Alive.com WXIACFP National Championship game | Players with Georgia ties on the roster for Notre Dame, Ohio State  11Alive.com WXIA

LIVE BLOG: Snow forecast increases for some in the Big Bend and South Georgia as new data rolls in - WCTVLIVE BLOG: Snow forecast increases for some in the Big Bend and South Georgia as new data rolls in  WCTV

Georgia Farm Bureau Gives $20,000 to Feeding Georgia - Morning Ag Clips -Georgia Farm Bureau Gives $20,000 to Feeding Georgia  Morning Ag Clips -

School closings, remote learning days announced in Georgia ahead of snowfall expected on Tuesday | List - 11Alive.com WXIASchool closings, remote learning days announced in Georgia ahead of snowfall expected on Tuesday | List  11Alive.com WXIA

Appeals court upholds dismissal of some charges against Trump, others in Georgia election case - WABE 90.1 FMAppeals court upholds dismissal of some charges against Trump, others in Georgia election case  WABE 90.1 FM

Delta offering waivers to Atlanta travelers because of wintry weather in Georgia - Atlanta News FirstDelta offering waivers to Atlanta travelers because of wintry weather in Georgia  Atlanta News First

7 Best Downtowns In Georgia - Worldatlas.com7 Best Downtowns In Georgia  Worldatlas.com