A video of the incident is circulating on social media.The video shows a citizen approaching Salome Zurabishvili, calling her a traitor, and then throwing eggs at the 5th President.One person is heard saying to Salome Zurabishvili, “Do you bring the money in cash or is it transferred to your account?”The footage shows several eggs hitting the 5th President.For reference, early yesterday morning, Giorgi Gakharia was also met with eggs thrown at him upon his return from Munich at Tbilisi International Airport. The For Georgia party claims that this was a pre-organized “special group” arranged by Georgian Dream at the location.US Congressman Joe Wilson writes on X: “the brutal Ivanishvili regime has attacked Legitimate Georgian President Salome Zourabichvil & former Georgian PM Giorgi Gakharia. Enough! Georgia is descending into a nightmarish dictatorship aligned fully with US adversaries. We need immediate sanctions & free and fair elections”.

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“At a time of crisis in Georgia, while I am engaged in legal proceedings in London and Stockholm against Ivanishvili and his government, Nika Gvaramia (Co-Chairman of political party “Ahali”) through a deliberate campaign, is forcing me to issue public responses.The suspension of Mtavari Arkhi’s broadcasting was carried out under Gvaramia’s orders and through an unlawful decision by the channel’s current General Director, falsely claiming that I ordered the shutdown, to discredit me.Prior to the shutdown and statement, Mtavari Arkhi proposed paying an initial amount of 1 million on the condition that my appointed director, Giorgi Kurdadze, would declare to the National Bank of Georgia and the General Prosecutor’s Office that he no longer believed illegal activities occurred at the channel. Additionally, Kurdadze was being pressured to sign unlawful documents they had prepared. They threatened a new smear campaign against me if he refused.As the founder, my demand is clear: the ongoing illegal financial operations, fraud, and money laundering at Mtavari Arkhi must cease immediately. The General Director Giorgi Gabunia, must be replaced. Rather than Giorgi Gabunia, a professional, credible individual—trustworthy to the public—should be appointed. Nika Gvaramia’s proposal to appoint his wife, Sopho Liluashvili, is not acceptable for me.Mtavari Arkhi must continue broadcasting lawfully and without obstruction. The unlawful shutdown, ordered by Nika Gvaramia, who acts as the channel’s informal manager, and carried out in violation of the law and the channel’s statute, will be addressed by my legal team of British and American attorneys”, - the statement reads. 

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The United Kingdom reaffirmed its full support for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Georgia.“The United Kingdom does not recognize the legitimacy of the so-called presidential elections held in the Abkhazian region of Georgia on February 15, 2025.We reaffirm our full support for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Georgia within its internationally recognized borders,” reads the statement.The so-called presidential elections were held in occupied Abkhazia on February 15. Five “candidates” were running for the “presidency”: Badra Gunba, Adgur Ardzinba, Oleg Bartsits, Robert Arshba, and Adgur Khurkhumali.A second round of the so-called early presidential elections will also be held in occupied Abkhazia, in which Badra Gunba and Adgur Ardzinba will face each other.

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According to Zurabishvili’s press office, she will hold high-level bilateral meetings with European leaders and the U.S. delegation.Additionally, meetings are planned in Munich with representatives of the European Union and other international organizations.Salome Zurabishvili will take part in panel discussions at the Munich Conference, including "Georgia in the Spotlight" and "Russia's Hybrid Tactics," where she will discuss the current situation and challenges in the country.According to the press office, Zurabishvili will also meet with representatives of the Georgian diaspora in Munich.

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According to the survey: The majority of respondents (up to 62%) indicate that the country is moving in the wrong direction. 82.1% of respondents consider the current situation in the country to be a political crisis, while up to 78% hold the Georgian Dream party primarily responsible for the political crisis. The population identifies the following as the most acute problems facing the country: a) high prices and b) unemployment. In addition, the following are among the acute problems: emigration of Georgians, the spread/use of drugs, poverty, unfairly conducted parliamentary elections, crime and insecurity, etc. 67.1% consider the statement made by Irakli Kobakhidze on November 28, 2024, about suspending European integration until 2028 unacceptable. The majority (up to 55%) believes that the Georgian Dream’s foreign policy serves the interests of Russia/countries close to Russia (China, Iran, etc.). In addition, 30.1% believe that the Georgian Dream pursues a balanced foreign policy and does not specifically pursue the interests of any country. Only 7% are convinced that the Georgian Dream is on the path of integration with the West (Europe, USA) and Western structures (EU, NATO). The majority of respondents (up to 67%) negatively assess the severance of strategic relations with the USA. Georgia’s accession to the European Union is supported by a large majority – 86.3%, and NATO – by 74.2%. Despite this, more than half of the respondents (up to 53%) are in favor of Georgia not joining any political/military international structure and maintaining neutrality. The majority of the population (54.2%) finds the statements of the Georgian Dream about the anti-Georgian influence of the “Deaf State” and the “Global War *  Party” unconvincing; a quarter (25.3%) finds it difficult to express a position on the credibility of these statements. Up to 60% of respondents support the ongoing protests in Georgia; 45% of respondents are active supporters of the protests. The October 26, 2024 elections were held unfairly, according to approximately 43% of respondents, and according to an additional 16% – equally fair and unfair (“50/50”). More than half of the respondents (51.3%) declare that they voted for an opposition political force in the elections, while approximately a third (32%) confirm that they voted for the “Georgian Dream”. Up to 17% do not reveal their choice. Up to 48% consider the presence of the “Georgian Dream” in power illegal/illegitimate, and 39.2% consider it legal/legitimate. The majority agrees with the main demands of the ongoing protests; in particular, 62% support the appointment of new parliamentary elections, and 76.3% – the release of prisoners. In the event of new parliamentary elections being called, the vast majority (within 80%) have a high willingness to participate. Among those who do not rule out participating in new elections, support for the Georgian Dream (by allocation) is 31.5%. The majority of respondents (up to 55%) do not share the view that if the Georgian Dream does not remain in power, the risk of Georgia getting involved in a war with Russia will increase. 35.5% of respondents see such a risk more or less; however, only 15.3% are sure of this. When assessing the activities/events of various actors in recent months, the most positive attitude is towards the activities of Salome Zurabishvili (49%). The share of those who positively assess the activities of non-governmental organizations in recent months (up to 36%) exceeds the share of those who evaluate them negatively (up to 30%). Those who negatively assess the activities of opposition political parties after the October 26 elections (up to 38%) outnumber those who positively assess them (33.2%); while more than half (53.2%) negatively assess the activities of the Georgian Dream after the October 26 elections. A negative assessment was received by the election of Mikheil Kavelashvili as President of Georgia (57.2%). Up to 52% of respondents consider the sanctions imposed by the US against Bidzina Ivanishvili to be fair, and almost the same number – against senior officials of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Respondents mainly receive information about the socio-political events in the country from Georgian television channels and social media. Among television channels, Imedi (up to 42%), Main Channel (up to 38%) and TV Pirveli (33.4%) are in the lead by a small margin. Among social media, Facebook is the undisputed leader. The quantitative study was conducted by the Institute for Social Research and Analysis (ISSA). Fieldwork was conducted between January 18-30, 2025, and 2,000 respondents were interviewed face-to-face. The adult (18+) population of Georgia was surveyed. The margin of error is +- 2.2%, with a 95% confidence level. The Institute for Social Research and Analysis (ISSA) is a research organization that has been operating since 2000. The organization conducts both quantitative and qualitative research.

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The MPs affected are: Marika Arevadze, Lasha Bakradze, Tinatin Bokuchava, Saba Buadze, Giorgi Butikashvili, Grigol Gegelia, Ana Gogoladze, Sopio Goletiani, Ana Dolidze, Giorgi Vashadze, Tengiz Tevzadze, Ketevan Turazashvili, Giorgi Imedashvili, Giorgi Kirtadze, Tsotne Koberidze, Maia Kopaleishvili, Tamar Kordzaia, Irakli Kupradze, Tamar Laliashvili, Giorgi Lemonjava, Nana Malashkhia, Nikanor Melia, Koba Nakopia, Ana Natsvlishvili, Ramaz Nikolaishvili, Kakhaber Okriashvili, Datuna Rakviashvili, Salome Samadashvili, Khatuna Samnidze, Levan Samushia, Irakli Pavlenishvili, Ani Kavtaradze, Oktai Kazumov, Boris Kurua, Pikria Chikhradze, Petre Tsiskarishvili, Levan Tsutskiridze, Giorgi Tsereteli, Ana Tsitlidze, Ivana Chonia, Levan Khabeishvili, Mamuka Khazaradze, Ekaterine Kherkheulidze, Irakli Khvadagiani, Elene Khoshtaria, Badri Japaridze, Gaioz Japaridze, Zurab Girchi Japaridze, and Sopio Japaridze.The decision has been submitted to the Bureau and will be officially endorsed at the plenary session.“Following the parliamentary elections, certain parties that successfully crossed the electoral threshold and had the legal right to receive mandates, enter parliament, and exercise their authority as members, submitted statements at various times regarding the termination of their authority. These parties include the Coalition for Change – Gvaramia, Melia, Girchi, Droa, Strong Georgia – Lelo for People for Freedom, and the United National Movement.The Procedural Committee, following regulations, verified the authenticity of the submitted applications and the signatures associated with them, which were recorded in the presence of parliamentary staff. An investigation was conducted, and it was determined that all statements were genuine. Consequently, our agenda is to decide on the termination of the powers of these 49 individuals or to support the conclusion,” stated Davit Matikashvili, Chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Procedural Issues and Rules.As a reminder, the three opposition parties—the Coalition for Change – Gvaramia, Melia, Girchi, Droa, Strong Georgia – Lelo for People for Freedom, and the United National Movement—have submitted statements to Parliament regarding the termination of their parliamentary authorities.The party Gakharia for Georgia has decided not to enter Parliament, although they have not officially communicated this decision or submitted a request to the legislature.

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From February 5-6, the Prime Minister will engage in both bilateral and expanded meetings with his Kazakhstani counterpart, Olzhas Bektenov. He will also be received by Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the Presidential Palace.The Georgian delegation includes First Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Levan Davitashvili; Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili; Minister of Regional Development and Infrastructure Irakli Karseladze; Minister of Environment and Agriculture Davit Songhulashvili; Minister of Education and Youth Affairs Aleksandre Tsuladze; Minister of Sports Shalva Gogoladze; and Head of the Government Administration Levan Zhorzholiani.

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"With its latest repressive actions, the ruling elite continues to widen the divide with the Georgian people and their European aspirations," the statement reads.The Latvian Foreign Ministry expressed its support for the Georgian people in their pursuit of freedom and democracy."Full support to Georgians in their pursuit for freedom and democracy," the ministry declared. Deeply concerned by another violent show of force in #Georgia against peaceful protesters and journalists over the weekend.With the latest repressive actions the ruling elite continues widening their split from the people of Georgia and their European aspirations.Full support… — Latvian MFA 🇱🇻 | #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦 (@Latvian_MFA) February 3, 2025

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According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Minister and the Ambassador reviewed the friendly relations between Georgia and Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the positive dynamics of high-level visits. They also discussed cooperation across various sectors.Both the Minister and the Ambassador expressed optimism that the Coordination Council of Saudi Arabia will soon commence its work, enhancing the partnership between the two countries.The two sides agreed that bilateral political consultations will continue, business ties will further strengthen, and cooperation in multiple sectors will deepen.

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“Terror in Georgia. New wave of repression tonight, new regulations to hamper the right to demonstrate, hords of “titushkis” forces have again used non proportionate violence, blows to heads and faces, arrests. But protests continue”, she wrote. #TerrorinGeorgia New wave of repression tonight, new regulations to hamper the right to demonstrate, hords of “titushkis” forces have again used non proportionate violence, blows to heads and faces, arrests. But protests continue. pic.twitter.com/yJXXEEOV8E — Salome Zourabichvili (@Zourabichvili_S) February 2, 2025

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