Power & Accountability: Georgia’s third nationwide blackout in weeks hit Wednesday evening, with the State Electrosystem blaming Enguri HPP technical testing; opposition MPs say authorities didn’t warn the public. Public Works: Tbilisi City Hall added GEL 7.8 million to the Rustaveli Avenue rehabilitation, expanding sidewalk works as traffic restrictions continue. Security & Information War: The State Security Service opened a “sabotage” probe over social media posts alleging mistreatment of Russian tourists, saying foreign-linked bot accounts aimed to damage Georgia’s economy; PM Irakli Kobakhidze vowed justice for anyone involved. Human Rights & Courts: EU Delegation condemned the one-year mark of journalist Mzia Amaglobeli’s two-year prison sentence as “disproportionate and politicized,” while GYLA says the ECHR has registered a fourth application in her politically motivated case. Immigration & Detention: Hungarian journalist László Róbert Mézes was detained for alleged visa overstays but will leave Georgia voluntarily after his lawyer said no court would be needed. Local Justice: Police detained two minors in the Giga Avaliani murder case, including charges of incitement and failure to report a crime. Tourism & Economy: GCC visits rose to 145,513 in 2025 (+3.4%), as Georgia markets visa-free access and “value” for Gulf travelers. Regional Developments: Putin signed a law backing Russia’s socio-economic assistance program for Abkhazia through 2030.