Former Deputy Head of Georgia's State Security Service remanded in pretrial detention
Levan Akhobadze has been arrested on charges of accepting a large bribe. The former civil servant promised to assist a businessman for 250,000 lari.
Corruption
Isaac Herzog puts off decision on pardon for Netanyahu
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has decided not to issue a pardon to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in his corruption case at this time, and instead will seek mediation, The New York Times reported, citing officials.
Armenian State Revenue Committee employees detained for accepting bribe
Two investigators from Armenia's State Revenue Committee (SRC) have been detained on bribery allegations, the country's Anti-Corruption Committee announced.
Georgia ranks first in Europe in administrative transparency
Georgia has been ranked first among European countries for its level of administrative transparency, according to reports in the Georgian media.
Trial of former Istanbul mayor may last 12.5 years
The trial of former Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu is scheduled to begin next spring in Turkey and could last approximately 12.5 years, according to the Cumhuriyet newspaper.
Netanyahu asks Herzog for pardon in corruption trial
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked the country's president Isaac Herzog for a pardon in his long-running corruption trial.
Istanbul district mayor detained in Turkey
Turkish authorities detained the mayor of an Istanbul district, along with 47 other officials, over allegations of corruption.
Eight people in Gyumri face criminal charges for bribery
Law enforcement officers in Armenia have detained eight people in connection with a corruption case. The detainees are linked to political circles.
Istanbul Mayor arrested in Türkiye
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu has been placed under arrest. The mayor, who was detained several days ago, denied all charges and stated that he does not intend to give in to pressure from the authorities.
Istanbul mayor to remain in custody for four days - report
Detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu will remain in police custody for four days, Turkish media reported. "Ekrem Imamoglu and …
Istanbul mayor detained over corruption links
A sweeping investigation into Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality led to the detention of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and 100 others in a synchronized operation. Turkish police arrested Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu …
Armenia's new Justice Minister recognized as anti-corruption champion
The U.S. Department of State Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs has recognized Armenian Minister of Justice Srbuhi Galyan as 2024 Anti-Corruption Champion for her work to establish asset forfeiture as a crucial tool in …
Pashinyan urges to fight against corruption in Armenia
The fight against corruption in Armenia is currently not effective enough, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said during a government Q&A …
Former employee of Yerevan City Hall to return $200,000 to state
Convicted woman worked in the capital's city hall for many years
Irakli Kobakhidze underlines Georgia's successes
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze said the country’s "very significant progress” in “democracy, economy and social …
Armenian ex-president's son-in-law steals $350 mln from state
A new criminal case has been filed against Mikayel Minasyan, the son-in-law of Armenian ex-President Serzh Sargsyan. Armenian media …
Zurabichvili signs changes to Georgia's anti-corruption law
Georgian President Salome Zurabichvili vetoed amendments to the domestic election code that had been approved by the Georgian Parliament while …
Armenia's Economy ministry officials detained in Investigative Committee's corruption cases
Armenia's Investigative Committee officers visited the Economy Ministry building for 'investigative actions' yesterday, the …
U.S. State Department to check out Armenia and Georgia on subject of corruption,
U.S. State Department Anti-Corruption Coordinator Richard Nephew will visit Armenia and Georgia on January 15-18, according to the U.S. Department of State. In both countries, the official will discuss the current efforts and …
New criminal case initiated against Haykaz Baghmanyan
Another criminal case has been initiated against the former deputy chief of the Armenian General Staff
