Tbilisi Opera right now after the Berliner Philharmoniker <3 The crowd started to shout 'YES TO EUROPE' and 'NO TO THE RUSSIAN LAW' after... of course, Beethoven.

While cops and US colleges grab the headlines, Georgians are battling ‘Robocops’ for their country’s soul and future. ⁦Robin Forestier-Walker⁩ on what’s at stake for ⁦Tortoise⁩ tortoisemedia.com/2024/05/02/hug…

On the hypocrisy of Republicans who want to lock up pro-Palestinian protesters but free pro-Trumpers who tried to overturn the election on Jan 6, 2021. ⁦Edward Luce⁩ on.ft.com/4dwFkd4

To have an idea of what is going on in Georgia, just read today's speech by their shadow ruler, Bidzina Ivanishvili: civil.ge/archives/602348. It's not pro-Russian: it's another toxic mix of nationalism and right-wing populism that has proved to work for so many wannabe dictators…

Its 3AM in the morning in Tbilisi. After waves of crackdowns, pepper sprays, tear gas, water canons, beating up, many still remain at the parliament bravely fighting for their freedom and Russia-free future.

WATCH THIS! “How can you attack us? Your friends are here, your family members are standing here. Are you out of your mind?” This protester says and raises her arms as riot police pushes at her. And I just happen to know this amazing brave woman. Kristo Talakhadze! Bravo 👏🏼💪

One more hand wave 👋 and big thank you to Ramita Navai and Pranvera Shema Smith for a great evening’s discussion. And thank you everyone who came for my preview event! Publication on 4 July, please pre-order if you can with the link in my profile 🙏🙏

I am looking forward to this evenings' talk with Andrew North & Ramita Navai on Afghanistan.
They both share deep empathy and understanding for the country and its people.

April 25, 6pm | Mayfair

Last few tickets.
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Officials: 11,000 Afghan Migrants Incarcerated in Iran and Pakistan | TOLOnews shar.es/agsX15

Half a year.

That's how long Russia has detained Alsu Kurmasheva, an Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty journalist and U.S. citizen.

That's how long Alsu has slept in a cramped cell, next to a toilet.

That's how long she hasn't spoken to her children.

#FreeAlsu

We are witnessing an incredible amount of people gathered at Rustaveli, with more people still arriving. Even government affiliated media drones can not fake the image. This is the third and biggest day of demonstrations. #NoToRussianLaw

‘O sole mio’. Georgian opera stars face down their government’s authoritarian slide instagram.com/reel/C53zq26Py…

Pakistan has blocked Twitter (X): reuters.com/world/asia-pac…

Looking forward to this event next Thursday 25 April with Ramita Navai for ON FRONT LINE With #Afghanistan out of the global spotlight, there's lots to talk about. Please come if you can.

No clearer message. Keep up the great reporting Sally Hayden

My colleagues Crisis Group are working on analysis of the Islamic State claim of responsibility for the Moscow attack. It's worth noting that ISKP has not flourished under the Taliban, suffering losses of personnel and territory. This is @ACLED data, with our calculations.

Join us today on #FacetoFace space ‘Is gender apartheid becoming enshrined in Afghanistan? Can the world do anything about it?'at 2pm Toronto, 6pm UK & 10:30pm Kabul. #LetAfghanGirlsLearn
BILAL SARWARY Amanullah Atal 🇦🇫 Dr. Halima Kazem حلیمه کاظم Andrew North Sanga Siddiqi Ziauddin Yousafzai Roya رویا

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Looking forward to moderating this discussion tomorrow 27 March with our excellent panel. Times below. #Afghanistan