Affiliated media: Mtavari Arkhi, TV Channel

Incident date: June 2, 2025

Attack type:

• Warnings, pre-trial complaints, questioning and other extra-judicial actions

Who attacked: Authorities

Source: Mtavari Arkhi

Location: Georgia, Tbilisi

Additional information:

The ruling Georgian Dream party has filed a complaint with the Communications Commission against opposition TV channels, alleging violations of newly adopted amendments to the broadcasting law. The complaint against Mtavari Arkhi specifically cites the use of terms such as "oligarch" and "oligarch's regime." Although Mtavari Arkhi has since ceased broadcasting, the complaint was submitted on June 2. If the Commission determines that the new law was violated, possible penalties include a warning, a fine, or revocation of the channel’s broadcasting license.