Sukhumi

Kremlin pushes for Abkhazia investment deal again - the Abkhaz opposition sees this as interference in the republic’s internal affairs.
First flight from Moscow to Sukhumi triggers strong reactions in Georgia: what are political actors saying in Tbilisi?
Interview with Abkhaz envoy to Russia: Will Abkhazia adopt a foreign agents law and host another Russian military base?
Irakli Kobakhidze has once again raised the issue of Georgia's territorial integrity, stating that "with a consistent policy and patience, any goal can be achieved".
Valeri Chechelashvili, Head of Geopolitical Studies at the Centre for Strategic Analysis, commented on the resumption of air travel between Russia and Abkhazia.
The Kremlin does not need Bzhania - Inal Khashig expands on this view in his column, which we present here in an abridged version.
Russia is trying to stabilise the situation in Abkhazia by removing figures who irritate the opposition from power.