INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia will hold its presidential election on Feb
15, 2025, following protests that led to the resignation of its Moscow-backed leader, state media reported Thursday.Lawmakers in the
being declared, according to the Apsny news agency.Parliamentary speaker Lasha Ashuba estimated the election would cost up to 25 million
unrest over a controversial deal that would have allowed wealthy Russians to purchase property in Abkhazia
Protesters blocked highways and occupied government buildings, accusing Bzhania of prioritizing Russian economic interests over Abkhazian
livelihoods.In response to the outcry, authorities scrapped the property investment agreement.While demonstrators voiced support for
which has become a popular destination for Russian tourists in recent years.
