Court Watch: Tbilisi Court of Appeals has rejected businessman Tamaz Elizbarashvili’s appeal and left him in custody, after prosecutors charged him with threats tied to a restaurant confrontation and a follow-up video post. War & Politics: Former Georgian Prosecutor General Otar Romanov-Partskhaladze says he joined Russia’s war effort, explaining the creation of his “Georgievsky” volunteer unit and praising Western sanctions as “an order” for speaking “the truth.” Arts & Culture: The MAMA “Mother Nature” international art exhibition opened in Madrid, with artists from multiple countries spotlighting the link between humanity and environmental protection. Regional Diplomacy: Azerbaijan and Armenia agreed to demarcate their border from north to south, starting near the Armenia-Azerbaijan-Georgia junction. Music & Heritage: A tender for the third attempt to design the rehabilitation of the Tbilisi Philharmonic (Tbilisi State Concert Hall) was announced, aiming to modernize systems while restoring the building’s original look. Sports Spotlight: Cabo Verde goalkeeper Vozinha earned a Ballon d’Or Yashin Trophy nomination after a strong 2026 World Cup run. Human Rights: Council of Europe Commissioner Michael O’Flaherty intervened in Georgia’s FARA case at the ECHR, warning the law fits a broader pattern of restrictions on civil society. Protests: Pro-European supporters marked the 650th day of rallies in Tbilisi, again demanding political prisoners’ release and repeal of “repressive laws.”