This is a special edition of Talk Georgia Question Time, where George Meladze and I will be answering your questions on Georgian and international politics:

Here’s a preview of what’s coming up:

Levan

Politicians are in jail, activists are in jail, NGOs and independent media are under siege. What’s next—and how should we respond?

Lena

The European Parliament passed a strong resolution on Mzia Amaghlobeli and the state of media freedom in Georgia. So why isn’t the EU taking action? Why isn’t it using all its leverage to hold Ivanishvili and his allies accountable?

Samanta

There’s an intense debate over whether opposition parties should take part in the upcoming local elections. What’s your view? Why are some parties calling for a boycott while others insist on staying in the race?

Lika

In your opinion, how might the Israel–Iran conflict end? Are we currently at risk, and how could this impact us in the future?