Georgia

Country Georgia
Capital Tbilisi (official) & Kutaisi (legislative)
Continent Asia
Currency Lari(GEL)
Languages Georgian, Russian, Armenian & Azerbaijani

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The region of present day Georgia contained the ancient kingdoms of Colchis and Kartli-Iberia. The area came under Roman influence in the first centuries A.D. and Christianity became the state religion in the 330s. Domination by Persians, Arabs, and Turks was followed by a Georgian golden age (11th-13th centuries) that was cut short by the Mongol invasion of 1236. Subsequently, the Ottoman and Persian empires competed for influence in the region. Georgia was absorbed into the Russian Empire in the 19th century. Independent for three years (1918-1921) following the Russian revolution, it was forcibly incorporated into the USSR until the Soviet Union dissolved in 1991. An attempt by the incumbent Georgian government to manipulate national legislative elections in November 2003 touched off widespread protests that led to the resignation of Eduard SHEVARDNADZE, president since 1995. New elections in early 2004 swept Mikheil SAAKASHVILI into power along with his National Movement party. Progress on market reforms and democratization has been made in the years since independence, but this progress has been complicated by Russian assistance and support to the breakaway regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. After a series of Russian and separatist provocations in summer 2008, Georgian military action in South Ossetia in early August led to a Russian military response that not only occupied the breakaway areas, but large portions of Georgia proper as well. Russian troops pulled back from most occupied Georgian territory, but in late August 2008 Russia unilaterally recognized the independence of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. This action was strongly condemned by most of the world's nations and international organizations.

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Georgia - Wikipedia
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Korean workers detained in immigration raid bound for Atlanta and flight back home - AP NewsKorean workers detained in immigration raid bound for Atlanta and flight back home  AP News

South Korea’s president says Georgia ICE raid could have ‘considerable impact’ on direct US investment from his country - CNNSouth Korea’s president says Georgia ICE raid could have ‘considerable impact’ on direct US investment from his country  CNN

Delayed Release of Workers Detained in Georgia Raid Fuels Anger in Korea - The New York TimesDelayed Release of Workers Detained in Georgia Raid Fuels Anger in Korea  The New York Times

No. 6 Georgia at No. 15 Tennessee highlights Week 3 SEC matchups | Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesNo. 6 Georgia at No. 15 Tennessee highlights Week 3 SEC matchups | Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Donald Trump offered workers in Georgia raid chance to stay, says South Korean president - Financial TimesDonald Trump offered workers in Georgia raid chance to stay, says South Korean president  Financial Times

Business chiefs urge Trump to ease up on immigration crackdown after Georgia raid - BBCBusiness chiefs urge Trump to ease up on immigration crackdown after Georgia raid  BBC

South Korea says detained Korean workers released from Georgia facility before flight home - The New Indian ExpressSouth Korea says detained Korean workers released from Georgia facility before flight home  The New Indian Express

Unpacking claims Hyundai is closing Georgia plant following ICE raid - SnopesUnpacking claims Hyundai is closing Georgia plant following ICE raid  Snopes

South Korea says detained Korean workers released from Georgia facility before flight home - MoneycontrolSouth Korea says detained Korean workers released from Georgia facility before flight home  Moneycontrol

Flight repatriating South Koreans detained by US immigration authorities to depart Atlanta Thursday afternoon, source says - CNNFlight repatriating South Koreans detained by US immigration authorities to depart Atlanta Thursday afternoon, source says  CNN

Georgia: EU and Its Member States Should Take Urgent, Coordinated… - World Organisation Against Torture | OMCTGeorgia: EU and Its Member States Should Take Urgent, Coordinated…  World Organisation Against Torture | OMCT

Trump delays deportation of Korean workers after ICE raid at Hyundai-LG battery plant in Georgia - The Economic TimesTrump delays deportation of Korean workers after ICE raid at Hyundai-LG battery plant in Georgia  The Economic Times

South Korean Leader Warns of U.S. Investments After Hyundai-LG Plant Raid - The New York TimesSouth Korean Leader Warns of U.S. Investments After Hyundai-LG Plant Raid  The New York Times

U.S. Frees Hundreds of South Koreans Without Handcuffs After Immigration Raid - The Wall Street JournalU.S. Frees Hundreds of South Koreans Without Handcuffs After Immigration Raid  The Wall Street Journal

Georgian Authorities Foil Explosive Smuggling Attempt - DevdiscourseGeorgian Authorities Foil Explosive Smuggling Attempt  Devdiscourse

Northside Hospital 1st in Georgia to deploy Misha knee implant - Becker's Spine ReviewNorthside Hospital 1st in Georgia to deploy Misha knee implant  Becker's Spine Review

Horoscope for Thursday, 9/11/25 by Georgia Nicols - CT InsiderHoroscope for Thursday, 9/11/25 by Georgia Nicols  CT Insider

Germany condemns the ‘baseless attack’ on Ambassador Fischer by Georgian Dream’s Papuashvili - OC MediaGermany condemns the ‘baseless attack’ on Ambassador Fischer by Georgian Dream’s Papuashvili  OC Media

GPB morning headlines for September 11, 2025 - Georgia Public BroadcastingGPB morning headlines for September 11, 2025  Georgia Public Broadcasting

South Korea Battles US Immigration as Detained Workers Await Departure from Georgia Raid – New Update You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldSouth Korea Battles US Immigration as Detained Workers Await Departure from Georgia Raid – New Update You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

South Korea says detained Korean workers released from Georgia facility before flight home - AP NewsSouth Korea says detained Korean workers released from Georgia facility before flight home  AP News

How the massive immigration raid on a Georgia car plant unfolded - BBCHow the massive immigration raid on a Georgia car plant unfolded  BBC

South Korea says a charter plane carrying South Korean workers will leave Atlanta at Thursday noon - AP NewsSouth Korea says a charter plane carrying South Korean workers will leave Atlanta at Thursday noon  AP News

U.S. marks 24th anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks - Georgia Public BroadcastingU.S. marks 24th anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks  Georgia Public Broadcasting

How real is the Georgia-Tennessee rivalry? There’s history, but annual status is in doubt - The New York TimesHow real is the Georgia-Tennessee rivalry? There’s history, but annual status is in doubt  The New York Times

South Koreans face shock and confusion after worker detentions at Georgia Hyundai plant - PBSSouth Koreans face shock and confusion after worker detentions at Georgia Hyundai plant  PBS

South Korea says detained Korean workers released from Georgia facility before flight home - WBAL News RadioSouth Korea says detained Korean workers released from Georgia facility before flight home  WBAL News Radio

South Koreans Are Freed in Georgia After Hyundai Immigration Raid - MSNSouth Koreans Are Freed in Georgia After Hyundai Immigration Raid  MSN

West Georgia Technical College & USI Launch Cutting-Edge UAS Training Program in Georgia - uasweekly.comWest Georgia Technical College & USI Launch Cutting-Edge UAS Training Program in Georgia  uasweekly.com

What We Know About the Hyundai-LG Plant Immigration Raid in Georgia - The New York TimesWhat We Know About the Hyundai-LG Plant Immigration Raid in Georgia  The New York Times

South Korea says detained Korean workers released from Georgia facility before flight home - yahoo.comSouth Korea says detained Korean workers released from Georgia facility before flight home  yahoo.com

ICE Launches Major Raid on Hyundai-LG Factory in Georgia as Criticism Rises - FEDagentICE Launches Major Raid on Hyundai-LG Factory in Georgia as Criticism Rises  FEDagent

The world's deadliest animal is probably outside your Georgia home. See what the CDC says - Savannah Morning NewsThe world's deadliest animal is probably outside your Georgia home. See what the CDC says  Savannah Morning News

EuroBasket 2025: Germany, Finland advance to semifinals - NBAEuroBasket 2025: Germany, Finland advance to semifinals  NBA

South Korea Negotiates Release of Korean Workers Detained in Georgia Raid - The New York TimesSouth Korea Negotiates Release of Korean Workers Detained in Georgia Raid  The New York Times

Samsung's Taylor plant progress hit by visa jitters after Georgia raid - Korea JoongAng DailySamsung's Taylor plant progress hit by visa jitters after Georgia raid  Korea JoongAng Daily

Q&A: Clemson @ Georgia Tech with Alan Cole - Shakin The SouthlandQ&A: Clemson @ Georgia Tech with Alan Cole  Shakin The Southland

SSSG: Two Ukrainians Arrested After Explosives Found in Truck - Civil GeorgiaSSSG: Two Ukrainians Arrested After Explosives Found in Truck  Civil Georgia

Nearly 500 workers were taken in a raid at Hyundai’s battery plant. In a quiet Georgia town, the silence is deafening - CNNNearly 500 workers were taken in a raid at Hyundai’s battery plant. In a quiet Georgia town, the silence is deafening  CNN

Attorney says detained Korean Hyundai workers had special skills for short-term jobs - AP NewsAttorney says detained Korean Hyundai workers had special skills for short-term jobs  AP News

Georgia’s Kavelashvili calls Charlie Kirk ‘another victim of liberal fascism’ - OC MediaGeorgia’s Kavelashvili calls Charlie Kirk ‘another victim of liberal fascism’  OC Media

Noem says immigration raid at Hyundai plant in Georgia won’t deter investment in the U.S. - PBSNoem says immigration raid at Hyundai plant in Georgia won’t deter investment in the U.S.  PBS

Ruling in Georgia case could aid Florida's 2023 teacher pronoun law - WUSFRuling in Georgia case could aid Florida's 2023 teacher pronoun law  WUSF

Previewing Georgia men's tennis' 2025 season - The Red & BlackPreviewing Georgia men's tennis' 2025 season  The Red & Black

Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America Celebrates Grand Opening, Powering U.S. Economic Growth - hyundai.comHyundai Motor Group Metaplant America Celebrates Grand Opening, Powering U.S. Economic Growth  hyundai.com

Raid on Georgia E.V. Battery Plant Raises New Risks for a Shaken Industry - The New York TimesRaid on Georgia E.V. Battery Plant Raises New Risks for a Shaken Industry  The New York Times

Georgia country profile - BBCGeorgia country profile  BBC

Georgia Tech, Colby College Receive Historic Donations - Inside Higher EdGeorgia Tech, Colby College Receive Historic Donations  Inside Higher Ed

2025 News items - Georgia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies - World Trade Organization2025 News items - Georgia formally accepts Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies  World Trade Organization

Georgia transgender sheriff’s deputy seeking coverage for care dealt a setback after earlier win - Georgia RecorderGeorgia transgender sheriff’s deputy seeking coverage for care dealt a setback after earlier win  Georgia Recorder

More than 300 Koreans detained by ICE at Georgia Hyundai plant heading home - CBS NewsMore than 300 Koreans detained by ICE at Georgia Hyundai plant heading home  CBS News

Georgian police detain two Georgian Dream supporters for assaulting protesters - OC MediaGeorgian police detain two Georgian Dream supporters for assaulting protesters  OC Media

Apple picking this fall in Georgia. Take a short trip to see these 6 scenic orchards - Savannah Morning NewsApple picking this fall in Georgia. Take a short trip to see these 6 scenic orchards  Savannah Morning News

College football picks, predictions for Week 3. Georgia-Tennessee leads schedule - USA TodayCollege football picks, predictions for Week 3. Georgia-Tennessee leads schedule  USA Today

ICE leads multi-agency operation targeting illegal employment and federal crimes in Georgia - U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)ICE leads multi-agency operation targeting illegal employment and federal crimes in Georgia  U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)

Homeland security official says 475 people were detained during an immigration raid in Georgia - AP NewsHomeland security official says 475 people were detained during an immigration raid in Georgia  AP News

William H. Macy and Felicity Huffman's Daughter Georgia Makes Rare Appearance at TIFF 2025 - E! NewsWilliam H. Macy and Felicity Huffman's Daughter Georgia Makes Rare Appearance at TIFF 2025  E! News

Gov. Kemp orders flags to be lowered in Georgia to honor Charlie Kirk after deadly shooting in Utah - 13WMAZGov. Kemp orders flags to be lowered in Georgia to honor Charlie Kirk after deadly shooting in Utah  13WMAZ

As situation in Georgia continues to deteriorate, Assembly sets out additional demands to reverse democratic backsliding - The Council of EuropeAs situation in Georgia continues to deteriorate, Assembly sets out additional demands to reverse democratic backsliding  The Council of Europe

Georgia vs. Tennessee: 1 key for how each team can win in Week 3 - The News-StarGeorgia vs. Tennessee: 1 key for how each team can win in Week 3  The News-Star

An English Rose in Georgia: Visiting Victoria Falls - Bryan County NewsAn English Rose in Georgia: Visiting Victoria Falls  Bryan County News

UNCW Welcomes Georgia For Season-Opening Meet - SwimSwamUNCW Welcomes Georgia For Season-Opening Meet  SwimSwam

Immigration Raid on Hyundai-LG Plant in Georgia Rattles South Korea - The New York TimesImmigration Raid on Hyundai-LG Plant in Georgia Rattles South Korea  The New York Times

World Atlas says these 7 lakes, swamps and rivers are most alligator-filled waters in Georgia - The Augusta ChronicleWorld Atlas says these 7 lakes, swamps and rivers are most alligator-filled waters in Georgia  The Augusta Chronicle

Our 4 boldest Georgia football predictions vs. Tennessee in Week 3 - Online AthensOur 4 boldest Georgia football predictions vs. Tennessee in Week 3  Online Athens

Virginia Joins Oklahoma, Kentucky, Georgia, Pennsylvania and Utah in Skyrocketing US Tourism Boom for Eight Consecutive Months and Expected to Grow Till End of 2025, Everything You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldVirginia Joins Oklahoma, Kentucky, Georgia, Pennsylvania and Utah in Skyrocketing US Tourism Boom for Eight Consecutive Months and Expected to Grow Till End of 2025, Everything You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

This Georgia restaurant among the 50 best places in America, the New York Times says - The Augusta ChronicleThis Georgia restaurant among the 50 best places in America, the New York Times says  The Augusta Chronicle

ICE raid at Georgia Hyundai site sparks outrage, economic concerns in South Korea - WJCLICE raid at Georgia Hyundai site sparks outrage, economic concerns in South Korea  WJCL

11 Indians found dead at restaurant in Georgia’s mountain resort of Gudauri: Indian mission - The Hindu11 Indians found dead at restaurant in Georgia’s mountain resort of Gudauri: Indian mission  The Hindu

William H. Macy and Felicity Huffman's Daughter Georgia Makes Rare Appearance at TIFF 2025 - E! NewsWilliam H. Macy and Felicity Huffman's Daughter Georgia Makes Rare Appearance at TIFF 2025  E! News

South Korean nationals detained in ICE raid on Hyundai facility in Georgia - NBC NewsSouth Korean nationals detained in ICE raid on Hyundai facility in Georgia  NBC News

College football Week 3 picks against the spread: A clash of big SEC programs - The New York TimesCollege football Week 3 picks against the spread: A clash of big SEC programs  The New York Times

Santiago Giamichelle finding new home with Georgia men's tennis team - The Red & BlackSantiago Giamichelle finding new home with Georgia men's tennis team  The Red & Black

South Korean officials seek to negotiate release of detained workers in Georgia - CBS NewsSouth Korean officials seek to negotiate release of detained workers in Georgia  CBS News

Georgia governor's electric mobility dream for Georgia tested after South Koreans detained in raid - AP NewsGeorgia governor's electric mobility dream for Georgia tested after South Koreans detained in raid  AP News

U.S. Helsinki Commission Holds Hearing on Georgia’s “Anti-American Turn” - Civil GeorgiaU.S. Helsinki Commission Holds Hearing on Georgia’s “Anti-American Turn”  Civil Georgia

Georgia certified malaria-free by WHO - World Health Organization (WHO)Georgia certified malaria-free by WHO  World Health Organization (WHO)

Georgia vs Bulgaria: UEFA World Cup Qualifiers stats & head-to-head - BBCGeorgia vs Bulgaria: UEFA World Cup Qualifiers stats & head-to-head  BBC

Georgia announced the detention of two Ukrainians for allegedly importing 2.4 kg of powerful explosives - ?????????? ??????????? ??????Georgia announced the detention of two Ukrainians for allegedly importing 2.4 kg of powerful explosives  ?????????? ??????????? ??????

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Georgia - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Georgia  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Hundreds Arrested in Immigration Raid at Hyundai Site in Georgia - The Wall Street JournalHundreds Arrested in Immigration Raid at Hyundai Site in Georgia  The Wall Street Journal

A Georgia peach - Global Golf PostA Georgia peach  Global Golf Post

Three Georgia football players out versus Tennessee - Vols WireThree Georgia football players out versus Tennessee  Vols Wire

Georgia vs. Tennessee: Which team looks more complete going into Week 3? - The Jackson SunGeorgia vs. Tennessee: Which team looks more complete going into Week 3?  The Jackson Sun

No. 12 Clemson's visit to Georgia Tech, No. 5 Miami hosting No. 18 South Florida headline ACC slate - Connecticut PostNo. 12 Clemson's visit to Georgia Tech, No. 5 Miami hosting No. 18 South Florida headline ACC slate  Connecticut Post

Georgia dog rescues targeted by cyberattacks - 11Alive.comGeorgia dog rescues targeted by cyberattacks  11Alive.com

Topic: Relations with Georgia - NATOTopic: Relations with Georgia  NATO

Hyundai-LG plant in Georgia, Trump’s surprise: South Korean workers offered to stay in US - ClubAlfa.itHyundai-LG plant in Georgia, Trump’s surprise: South Korean workers offered to stay in US  ClubAlfa.it

Former Democratic lawmaker who switched parties plans to run for superintendent as a Republican - Georgia RecorderFormer Democratic lawmaker who switched parties plans to run for superintendent as a Republican  Georgia Recorder

Georgia-Türki?ye | European Qualifiers 2026 - UEFA.comGeorgia-Türki?ye | European Qualifiers 2026  UEFA.com

Georgia - EBRDGeorgia  EBRD

No. 6 Georgia at No. 15 Tennessee highlights Week 3 SEC matchups - Huron Daily TribuneNo. 6 Georgia at No. 15 Tennessee highlights Week 3 SEC matchups  Huron Daily Tribune

Georgia dog rescues targeted by cyberattacks - 11Alive.comGeorgia dog rescues targeted by cyberattacks  11Alive.com

Immigration Raid Exposes Tensions From Seoul to Washington to Rural Georgia - The New York TimesImmigration Raid Exposes Tensions From Seoul to Washington to Rural Georgia  The New York Times

William H. Macy and Felicity Huffman’s youngest daughter, Georgia, makes rare red carpet appearance at TIFF 2025 - Page SixWilliam H. Macy and Felicity Huffman’s youngest daughter, Georgia, makes rare red carpet appearance at TIFF 2025  Page Six

Three ways Dabo Swinney, Cade Klubnik can fix Clemson football's offense vs Georgia Tech - Greenville OnlineThree ways Dabo Swinney, Cade Klubnik can fix Clemson football's offense vs Georgia Tech  Greenville Online

Immigration raid at Georgia Hyundai factory tests state's longstanding relationship with South Korea - WABEImmigration raid at Georgia Hyundai factory tests state's longstanding relationship with South Korea  WABE

Watch LIVE | Georgia Military College holds annual 9/11 ceremony - 13WMAZWatch LIVE | Georgia Military College holds annual 9/11 ceremony  13WMAZ

Georgia AG says company offering help to homeowners is ‘stealing’ homes - WSB-TVGeorgia AG says company offering help to homeowners is ‘stealing’ homes  WSB-TV

4 Powerball tickets worth $100K sold in Georgia; jackpot ends with 2 players in Missouri and Texas - WTOC4 Powerball tickets worth $100K sold in Georgia; jackpot ends with 2 players in Missouri and Texas  WTOC