Why opposition trying to distance Georgia from Russia?
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has stated that the opposition is now critical of Russia at the behest of external forces representing the interests of the so-called "deep state".
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has stated that the opposition is now critical of Russia at the behest of external forces representing the interests of the so-called "deep state".
Russians spent more than $300 million in Georgia during the first half of the year, according to the National Bank.
Trade turnover between Russia and Georgia amounted to over $1.5 bln in January-June 2026, which is 18.9% higher than in the same period last year, according to data released by the National Statistics Service of Georgia.
Georgia's wine exports to Russia decreased by almost 10% during January-June, amounting to approximately $70 million.
The Kvesheti-Kobi segment of the North-South Highway will be completed by 2028, with workers already finishing a 9-kilometer tunnel.
The Russian-speaking population predominantly lives in Georgia's large cities, with more than half residing in Tbilisi
Georgia has seen a 30% rise in apple exports, with Russia maintaining its position as the top buyer, accounting for more than 22,000 tons.
Speaking at the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, Maria Zakharova stated that Russia is building relations with Georgia based on good-neighborly principles and mutual respect, expressing a willingness to further enhance these ties.
Responding to a Vestnik Kavkaza question, Russian Foreign Ministry representative Maria Zakharova discussed how Moscow interacts with the South Caucasus countries on the 108th anniversary of the independence of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic and the First Republic of Armenia.
Moscow received the news of Shio III's election as head of the Georgian Orthodox Church with great enthusiasm
Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, and the people of Georgia on the anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War.
Russia retained its position as the leading importer of Georgian wine in the first quarter of 2026, buying 11,100 tons worth $32.6 million, which accounted for more than 62% of total wine exports.
The permit is valid for traffic in both directions until further notice
The volume of Russian oil purchased by Georgia last month reached a historic high. This figure had never been recorded before.
The route to the Russian-Georgian border has been reopened for both passenger vehicles and trucks. For approximately 24 hours, trucks were not allowed to cross at Upper Lars.
Travel for passengers heading towards Upper Lars in North Ossetia has been resumed. However, the route to the Russian-Georgian border remains inaccessible for heavy vehicles.
All motor vehicles are currently prohibited from crossing the Upper Lars checkpoint due to the current unsafe conditions along the Georgian Military Road.
Cargo deliveries from Russia and Kazakhstan to Armenia via Azerbaijan and Georgia by rail are beneficial for all parties involved, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk said.
Russian milk imports to Georgia reached almost $700,000 in February, making Russia the leading supplier.
The Red Wings airline is set to introduce a new international flight for the start of the summer season, establishing a connection between Saratov and Batumi.