Authorities in Georgia call on leaders of Non-Governmental Organizations in relation to an alleged act of sabotage under investigation.

The Prosecutor General's Office in Georgia has requested the use of punitive measures as part of an ongoing 'sabotage' case, which has raised concerns among government critics and international observers.

The case, which is being pursued on the grounds of 'sabotage, attempted sabotage under aggravating circumstances, assistance in hostile activities to foreign organisations and organisations under foreign control, and mobilisation of funds for activities directed against the constitutional structure of Georgia and the foundations of national security', has seen the accounts of several prominent NGOs frozen.

Among those affected are the International Society for Fair Elections and Democracy (ISFED), Civil Society Foundation, IDFI, SJC, Sapari, GDI, and Democracy Defenders. The investigation is not explicitly named in the provided search results, but it is believed to be linked to accusations of facilitating violence against the police during anti-government protests in 2024.

Nino Dolidze, who previously headed ISFED in 2024, was one of those summoned by the Prosecutor General's Office in connection with the case.

The freezing of the accounts has led to a backlash from pro-government media outlets, with TV Imedi publishing a list of basic protective equipment purchased by some of the NGOs, including masks, respirators, protective goggles, and other materials used during protests, including by journalists.

The actions against the NGOs have been widely condemned, both by civil society within Georgia and from the country's traditional allies in the West. In response to these threats, a newsroom is being built, powered by readers, to provide an alternative platform for independent voices in the region.

The Caucasus region is experiencing changes, and the future of journalism in the area appears to be under threat. As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen how these developments will impact the region and its people.

Authorities in Georgia call on leaders of Non-Governmental Organizations in relation to an alleged act of sabotage under investigation.