**Georgia News Update**
The President of Georgia, Salome Zurabishvili, has spoken out against the ruling Georgian Dream party. In an interview with Formula TV, she said that either the regime will collapse or it will call new elections itself.
**Parliament Approves Changes to Government Law**
The Georgian Dream parliament has approved amendments to the law on the government of Georgia. The changes mean that the Civil Service Bureau will be abolished and its powers transferred to the government administration. This was done through a fast-track procedure with 81 members supporting it.
**New Grants Law Allows GD Government to Give Money**
The Georgian Dream parliament has also adopted new amendments to the law on grants. These changes allow the government to give money to designated organizations, which is intended to support civic initiatives. The changes were made quickly and received support from 80 MPs.
**Money Transfers from Russia Decrease**
In January 2025, the amount of money transferred from Russia to Georgia decreased by 62.41% compared to the same period last year. According to the National Bank of Georgia, this amounts to $25.47 million. Despite this decrease, Russia remains one of the leading countries on the list.
**Two Georgians Detained for Terrorism**
The State Security Service of Georgia’s Counterterrorism Center announced that two Georgian citizens have been detained for allegedly being involved in international terrorism. The detainees’ residences were searched and significant evidence was seized.
**LGBTI Rights Organization Reports Grim Human Rights Situation**
ILGA-Europe, an LGBTI rights organization, has released a report detailing the human rights situation in Georgia. The report highlights concerns such as a controversial foreign agents law, rising discrimination, and increasing migration driven by fear and insecurity.
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