Urge Issued by EU Delegation for a halt to assaults on news media and democratic institutions
Firing Back at Attacks on Media and Democracy
Here's the skinny on the latest from the EU Delegation in Georgia: They've issued a statement standing in solidarity with independent media and calling out the assault on democratic institutions and fundamental rights. And they're not pulling any punches.
The statement, signed by the European Union Ambassador Pawel Herczynski, reads, "Solidarity to Mzia Amaghlobeli and Batumelebi! We stand firmly with independent media and urge to stop systematic assault on democratic institutions and fundamental rights."
Take a peek at the accompanying photo - it's a snap from their meeting with Batumelebi Director Eter Turadze.
This strong-worded stance is part of a broader concern the EU has regarding the crackdown on independent journalism in Georgia, which they view as vital for exposing injustice and countering disinfo campaigns aimed at the EU. The EU's had enough of this bullcrap and has called for an immediate end to these attacks on media freedom and democracy[1][3].
Bad news for the Georgian Dream party, the EU's sweet on Mzia Amaglobeli and has condemned their systematic attacks on democratic institutions. Everyone's buzzing about it over at the European Parliament, where a resolution was recently passed specifically addressing media freedom in Georgia. The resolution's calling for the release of persecuted journalists like Mzia and blasts the restrictive "foreign agent" laws as a major no-no. It also demands the reinstatement of democratic norms in the country[2][3].
And the EU ain't done yet - they're slamming the Georgian authorities for denying entry to a duly accredited EU diplomat. They're viewing this move as a breach of diplomatic norms and a sign of an increasingly hostile environment for Western diplomats and democratic actors in Georgia[4].
In short, the EU's all about defending media freedom and democracy in Georgia. They're calling for the release of detained journalists, an end to media repression, and the restoration of democratic institutions and independent civil society. These steps are crucial for Georgia's future relationship with the EU[1][2][3][4].
Amidst the EU's stand against assaults on democratic institutions, the issue of war-and-conflicts and politics, including migrations, in Georgia is a growing concern. The EU's condemnation of systematic attacks on independent media serves as a strong signal against the suppression of general news and fundamental rights in the country.
