Abkhazia

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Abkhazia is a self-proclaimed independent state and breakaway region of Georgia, situated along the eastern coast of the Black Sea. While recognized by Russia and a handful of other nations, the international community largely considers it occupied Georgian territory. Recent coverage highlights the region’s volatile political landscape, marked by mass protests against controversial investment agreements with Moscow and concerns over the establishment of a permanent Russian naval base in Ochamchire. As a focal point of geopolitical tension between the West and the Kremlin, Abkhazia remains central to discussions regarding regional security, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and Georgia’s aspirations for European integration.