Facing Criticism, President Suspends Pardons

Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili responded to a media row concerning her pardoning of the inmates, including those sentenced for murder with a self-imposed “moratorium” on pardons. At a news briefing on September 18, Zurabishvili said since her recent decisions have caused outcry, she would stop pardoning altogether, until clearer procedures are established. “Pardoning is not … Continue reading Facing Criticism, President Suspends Pardons