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*🇨🇳 Chinese Fraudulent Call Center Discovered in Georgia* A *fraudulent call center* operating with *illegal migrants from China* has been uncovered in Georgia, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The call center was located in a hotel in the Dusheti municipality. Shortly before the police raid, a *fire occurred* at the hotel, causing some call center employees to flee. *Fourteen Chinese nationals* were detained for being in Georgia without legal status, and deportation procedures have begun for them. Authorities seized dozens of mobile phones and computers from the hotel, which were allegedly used for illegal financial activities. An investigation is ongoing regarding *fraud committed against foreign citizens* by an organized group, as outlined in part 4 of Article 180 of the Criminal Code of Georgia. Police are taking measures to identify and apprehend those involved in the crime, including their leaders.
*✈️ Turkey Introduces Fines for In-Flight Order* Turkey's General Directorate of Civil Aviation (SHGM) is implementing fines for passengers who stand up after the plane lands without crew permission. A new circular has been approved, outlining administrative penalties for such violations. After the "farewell announcement," the crew must specifically remind passengers to remain seated until the seatbelt sign is turned off. According to reports, Turkish Airlines has already informed its flight attendants about these changes. Passengers who stand up before the plane has fully stopped, open overhead bins, or move around the cabin against crew instructions will be considered "rule violators." Administrative sanctions may be applied to these passengers.
*👮♂️ Two Foreign Nationals Arrested for Smuggling* According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, customs department officials have arrested two foreign citizens — H.T., born in 1987, and F.A., born in 1980 — for attempting to illegally transport a migrant across the Georgian state border and for attempting to cross the border unlawfully. The investigation revealed that H.T. attempted to smuggle F.A. from Georgia to Turkey by hiding him in the trailer of a cargo truck, bypassing the border control checkpoint. This crime carries a penalty of up to 5 years in prison.
*⚡️ Power Outages Scheduled in Batumi for May 16* 🕛 *11:00-13:00* Affected streets include *Agmashenebeli, Adli, Angis, Akhvlediani, Gorgasali, Gorgiladze, Jincharadze, Kakhaberi, Mareti, Mazniashvili, Melikishvili, Melashvili, Meskheti, Oshki, Paliashvili, Chavchavadze, Tsar Parnavaz, Khakhuli, May 26,* and *Fridon Khalvashi Avenue*. 🕑 *11:00-17:00* Power will be off on *Angis, Grishashvili, Dadiani, Tamar Mephe Avenue, BNZ,* and *Tamar Settlement*. 🕒 *12:00-16:00* Outages will affect *Akmeteli, Akhvlediani, M. Abashidze, Vazha-Pshavel, Gorgasali, Gorgiladze, Jincharadze, Kldiashvili, May 26,* and *Tsar Parnavaz*. 🕔 *13:00-18:00* Streets impacted include *Brckinvale, Griboedov, Lermontov, Lomonosov, Melikishvili, Takhaishvili,* and *Chavchavadze*.
*☕️ Israeli Businessman Acquires Georgian Coffee Brand Cherie* *Diplomat Georgia* has purchased the *Cherie brand*, which has already returned to store shelves and will soon offer consumers what is claimed to be higher quality coffee. Diplomat Georgia has been operating in the market since 2010. According to the latest registry extract, 100% of the company's shares are owned by *Diplomat Distributors Limited*, registered in *Israel*. The director of the company is Israeli citizen Noam Weiman.
*🇬🇪 New Leadership in Adjara* Irakli Kobakhidze, chairman of the "Georgian Dream" party, has announced Sulkhan Tamazashvili as the new head of the Adjara government. Kobakhidze praised Tamazashvili's leadership abilities and expressed confidence in his future success.
*😢 Georgia Misses Out on Eurovision 2025 Final* Mariam Shangelia, representing the country with her song "Freedom," did not receive enough votes from viewers. She will not participate in the final of the international music competition, scheduled for May 17.
*🍷 Wine Production in Georgia Reaches Record Highs* In 2024, Georgia's wine production rose to 2.4 million hectoliters, a 26% increase from 2023, the highest since the early 21st century, according to the OIV. This growth is linked to favorable weather conditions. Italy remained the top wine producer, with 44 million hectoliters, up 15.1% from last year. In contrast, U.S. production fell by 17.2% to 21 million hectoliters due to hot, dry weather. Global wine production reached 226 million hectoliters, a 5% decrease and the lowest since 1961.
*⚡️ Possible Power Outages in Batumi on May 15* 🟢 11:00-18:00 Affected streets: I. Abashidze Baratashvili Gorgasali K. Gamsakhurdia Zubalashvili Jordania R. Komakhidze Kostava Mazniashvili Parnavaz Chavchavadze
*👔 Kobuleti Says Goodbye to Its Mayor* *Levan Zoidze*, the mayor of Kobuleti, has resigned, following the recent resignation of Batumi's mayor, Archil Chikovani. Zoidze stated, "I have decided to leave my position as mayor of Kobuleti. It has been a great responsibility to lead this city and meet the needs of its citizens to the best of my ability. I thank the residents of Kobuleti for their support and loyalty. I also appreciate those who helped us create a better future for our region. I would like to express special gratitude to the 'Georgian Dream' and remain a dedicated member of this team."