Documenting Threats to Georgian Democracy
An independent accountability database tracking individuals responsible for undermining democratic institutions, human rights, and European integration in Georgia.
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GAP investigates incidents of unlawful detention and police violence. Some cases need additional evidence. If you witnessed any of these events, contact us securely.
Tbilisi — Rustaveli Avenue, near Parliament
On December 5, 2024, an individual was arrested at their home following participation in a pro-European protest. The individual reports being beaten by masked officers during transport and in custody. Medical evidence confirms injuries consistent with the reported abuse. No effective investigation has been opened by authorities.
What we're seeking: Video footage from the arrest location (Vake district, evening of Dec 5). Witnes…
Contact us →Tbilisi — Tbilisi State University
On March 10, 2025, two university lecturers were dismissed from Tbilisi State University in circumstances suggesting political motivation. Ten students participating in a protest inside the university building were forcibly removed by police and each fined 5,000 GEL. The students also faced suspension proceedings.
What we're seeking: Internal university communications or directives regarding the dismissals. Video…
Contact us →Tbilisi — Rustaveli Avenue
On October 18, 2025, police detained 14 individuals for blocking part of Rustaveli Avenue during a peaceful protest. Among those detained was journalist Vakho Sanaia, sentenced to six days, and activist Lara Nachkebia, sentenced to four days for 'covering her face.' Police submitted video recordings at trials showing only general announcements, without specifying to whom the instructions applied.
What we're seeking: Complete video footage from Rustaveli Avenue on October 18 evening. Witness acco…
Contact us →Priority Sanctions Candidates
Individuals with the highest accountability scores, recommended for EU and US sanctions consideration.
Bidzina Ivanishvili
Founder & Honorary Chairman, Georgian Dream
Georgian Dream
Vakhtang Gomelauri
Minister of Internal Affairs
Ministry of Internal Affairs
Irakli Kobakhidze
Prime Minister of Georgia
Government of Georgia / Georgian Dream
Shalva Papuashvili
Speaker of Parliament
Parliament of Georgia / Georgian Dream
Levan Murusidze
Judge, Tbilisi Court of Appeal; Member, High Council of Justice
Tbilisi Court of Appeal
Kakha Kaladze
Mayor of Tbilisi, Secretary General of Georgian Dream
Tbilisi City Hall / Georgian Dream
Chronicle of a Democratic Crisis
How Georgia’s European dream was hijacked — a timeline of resistance
Documenting Accountability
A structured registry of unlawful detentions, police violence, and human rights violations
Omar Okribelashvili and Saba Meparishvili were detained during the Foreign Agents Law protests in May 2024. Both were subsequently sentenced to 2.5 years in prison for approximately 400 GEL in property damage. Amnesty International documented credible allegations of torture in custody, including beatings and psychological abuse.
Vakho Sanaia, a journalist, was detained for 6 days in October 2025 while covering protests. Amnesty International documented the case and classified it as deliberate targeting of media.
Nika Narsia has accumulated 15 administrative penalties totaling 75,000 GEL (approximately $27,000) for participating in protests. The cumulative financial burden represents a systematic use of administrative penalties as a tool of political repression against a single individual.
Latest Investigations
In-depth research and analysis from our team.
Elene Khoshtaria Sentenced to 18 Months for Writing "Russian Dream" on Election Banner
Tbilisi City Court sentenced opposition leader Elene Khoshtaria to 18 months in prison for writing “Russian Dream” on a campaign banner. The sentence was condemned by Amnesty International, the European Parliament, and ALDE as politically motivated and disproportionate.
Sanctions Map: Who Sanctioned Whom and What It Means
A comprehensive tracker of every international sanction imposed on Georgian officials and entities since 2023 — covering the US, UK, EU, Baltic states, and Ukraine. The definitive reference for policymakers, journalists, and advocates.
When Water Burns: How Georgia May Have Deployed a WWI-Era Chemical Weapon Against Its Own People
BBC investigation and independent evidence suggest Georgian riot police mixed bromobenzyl cyanide — an obsolete WWI chemical agent known as 'camite' — into water cannons used against peaceful protesters in Tbilisi. The government admits adding chemicals but denies using camite. No independent international body has yet confirmed what was in the tanks.
Categories of Accountability
We track individuals across 11 categories of anti-democratic activity.
How It Works
Document
Our analysts gather and verify evidence from multiple independent sources, including official records, witness testimonies, and open-source intelligence.
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Published profiles and evidence packages are shared with EU and US policymakers, international organizations, and media to support sanctions decisions.