Badra Gunba, the government-backed candidate and successor to former president Aslan Bzhania, has won Abkhazia’s presidential election, securing his position as the Kremlin’s preferred choice.
How can escalation of the political situation in Abkhazia be avoided ahead of the election? Journalist Inal Khashig talks with historian Astamur Tania.
Journalist Inal Khashig, a conversation about the interplay of power, money, influence, and relations with Russia. Oleg Bartsits, candidate for President of Abkhazia.
The European Court of Human Rights has concluded its examination of six lawsuits regarding property rights violations in Abkhazia, holding Russia fully responsible in all cases.
According to Leuan Lagulaa, editor-in-chief of the leading Abkhazian media outlet APSNYKHABAR, the parliament’s decision is not an anti-Russian act but a response to Bzhania’s policies.