**Journalist’s Health Concerns Grow**
A prominent journalist, Mzia Amaghlobeli, has been on hunger strike for 19 days. She was arrested on January 12 and charged with assaulting a government official.
The Georgian Young Lawyers’ Association (GYLA) says that the authorities have not provided any information about Amaghlobeli’s health condition. The defense team still does not have access to her medical records, despite their requests.
Amaghlobeli has chronic health issues, including severe vision problems. Her lawyers are worried that her hunger strike could lead to further complications. They are asking for daily monitoring of her health and the release of complete medical documentation related to her condition.
**International Pressure Grows**
The international community is expressing concerns about Amaghlobeli’s situation. Michael O’Flaherty, Commissioner for Human Rights, has urged Georgian authorities to take immediate action, saying that Amaghlobeli’s case has become a “matter of life and death.”
A joint statement from 14 countries, including the US, UK, and Germany, echoes these concerns. They call for Amaghlobeli’s release and express concern about the intimidation of journalists in Georgia.
**Protests Continue**
Protests demanding Amaghlobeli’s release continue daily in Tbilisi and Batumi. Her health is reportedly deteriorating, but there are no clear updates from the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Amaghlobeli was arrested on January 12 and charged with assaulting a government official. She began her hunger strike on the same day. The situation has become increasingly tense, with protesters calling for her release.
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