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COVID-19 Georgia Live Blog — February 2021 / Archived

Civil.ge 28/02/2021 - 23:59

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Sunday, February 28

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 248 new cases, 129 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 31 in Imereti, 16 – Kakheti, 14 – Shida Kartli, 17 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 6 – Guria, 8 – Kvemo Kartli, 16 – Adjara, 1 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 7 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti 3 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 248 New Cases, 525 More Recoveries, 11 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 248 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 270,758. In the meantime, 525 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 265,114. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 11 to 3,510. The number of active cases stands at 2,108.

Saturday, February 27

22:00 GMT+4 – 26 New Cases, 134 More Recoveries, 4 Fatalities Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 26 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,814. 134 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 12,303. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 4 to 202. The number of active cases to date stands at 309.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 373 new cases, 177 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 47 in Imereti, 16 – Kakheti, 41 – Shida Kartli, 28 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 19 – Guria, 6 – Kvemo Kartli, 19 – Adjara, 8 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 8 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti 4 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 373 New Cases, 542 More Recoveries, 14 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 373 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 270,510. In the meantime, 542 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 264,589. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 14 to 3,499. The number of active cases stands at 2,396.

Friday, February 26

22:00 GMT+4 – 11 New Cases, 57 More Recoveries, 1 Fatality Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 11 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,788. 57 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 12,169. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 1 to 198. The number of active cases to date stands at 421.

14:30 GMT+4 – 7 New Cases, 6 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 7 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,123. 6 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,245.

14:00 GMT+4 – Georgian Railway to Reopen

After a 3 month ban due to coronavirus-related restrictions, Georgian Railway is set to reopen starting tomorrow. Trains will be available from the capital Tbilisi to the cities of Batumi, Zugdidi, Poti, Ozurgeti, Kutaisi, and back. Passangers will be mandated to wear face masks while on the train.

Noteworthy, that intercity transport in Georgia also resumed earlier on February 25.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 337 new cases, 175 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 37 in Imereti, 18 – Kakheti, 21 – Shida Kartli, 33 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 13 – Guria, 15 – Kvemo Kartli, 17 – Adjara, 1 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 5 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti 2 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 337 New Cases, 320 More Recoveries, 10 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 337 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 270,137. In the meantime, 470 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 264,047. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 10 to 3,485. The number of active cases stands at 2,579.

Thursday, February 25

22:00 GMT+4 – 32 New Cases, 15 More Recoveries 1 Fatality Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 32 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,777. 15 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 12,112. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 1 to 197. The number of active cases to date stands at 468.

11:40 GMT+4 – 1 New Cases, 12 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 1 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,116. 12 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,239.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 443 new cases, 165 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 43 in Imereti, 18 – Kakheti, 33 – Shida Kartli, 36 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 26 – Guria, 5 – Kvemo Kartli, 25 – Adjara, 2 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 9 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 362 New Cases, 470 More Recoveries, 12 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 362 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 269,800. In the meantime, 470 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 263,727. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 12 to 3,475. The number of active cases stands at 2,572.

Wednesday, February 24

22:00 GMT+4 – 20 New Cases, 80 More Recoveries Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 20 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,745. 80 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 12,097. With 196 total COVID-related fatalities recorded, the number of active cases stands at 452.

14:00 GMT+4 – 3 Cases of UK COVID Variant Reported

Head of the National Center for Disease Control (NCDC) Amiran Gamkrelidze said that 3 cases of the UK COVID Variant have been confirmed in Georgia. He added that there are 31 other people who “most likely” have also contracted the variant.

13:00 GMT+4 – 17 New Cases, 8 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 17 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,115. 8 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,227.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 443 new cases, 213 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 61 in Imereti, 24 – Kakheti, 37 – Shida Kartli, 39 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 26 – Guria, 12 – Kvemo Kartli, 15 – Adjara, 9 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 1 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 6 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 443 New Cases, 461 More Recoveries, 6 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 443 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 269,438. In the meantime, 461 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 263,257. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 6 to 3,463. The number of active cases stands at 2,692.

Tuesday, February 23

23:00 GMT+4 – 25 New Cases, 1 Fatality Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 25 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,725. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 1 to 196. In the meantime, 12,017 patients have recovered from the virus. The number of active cases in the region to date stands at 512.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 493 new cases, 244 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 59 in Imereti, 40 – Kakheti, 35 – Shida Kartli, 27 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 39 – Guria, 22 – Kvemo Kartli, 7 – Adjara, 8 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 4 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 8 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 493 New Cases, 552 More Recoveries, 10 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 443 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 268,995. In the meantime, 552 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 262,796. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 10 to 3,457. The number of active cases stands at 2,716.

Monday, February 22

23:00 GMT+4 – 20 New Cases, 37 More Recoveries Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 20 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,700. 37 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 12,017. With 195 total COVID-related fatalities recorded, the number of active cases stands at 488.

11:20 GMT+4 – 618 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 618 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 99 citizens and 1 legal entity for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 519 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 147 new cases, 64 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 28 in Imereti, 4 – Kakheti, 16 – Shida Kartli, 12 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 10 – Guria, 1 – Kvemo Kartli, 11 – Adjara, 1 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 147 New Cases, 607 More Recoveries, 12 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 147 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 268,502. In the meantime, 607 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 262,244. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 12 to 3,447. The number of active cases stands at 2,785.

Sunday, February 21

11:20 GMT+4 – 375 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 375 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 92 citizens and 1 legal entity for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 282 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 258 new cases, 132 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 35 in Imereti, 16 – Kakheti, 16 – Shida Kartli, 19 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 15 – Guria, 8 – Kvemo Kartli, 7 – Adjara, 5 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 3 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 2 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 258 New Cases, 571 More Recoveries, 10 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 258 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 268,355. In the meantime, 571 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 261,637. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 10 to 3,435. The number of active cases stands at 3,257.

Saturday, February 20

23:00 GMT+4 – 9 New Cases, 33 More Recoveries Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 9 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,680. 33 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 11,980. With 195 total COVID-related fatalities recorded, the number of active cases stands at 505.

12:10 GMT+4 – 7 New Cases, 12 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 7 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,098. 12 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,219.

11:20 GMT+4 – 462 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 462 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 94 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 368 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 396 new cases, 170 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 59 in Imereti, 32 – Kakheti, 41 – Shida Kartli, 27 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 25 – Guria, 11 – Kvemo Kartli, 8 – Adjara, 8 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 9 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 6 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 396 New Cases, 469 More Recoveries, 19 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 396 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 268,097. In the meantime, 469 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 261,066. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 19 to 3,425. The number of active cases stands at 3,580.

Friday, February 19

23:00 GMT+4 – 21 New Cases, 46 More Recoveries Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 21 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,671. 46 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 11,947. With 195 total COVID-related fatalities recorded, the number of active cases stands at 529.

12:10 GMT+4 – 7 New Cases, 2 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 7 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,091. 2 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,207.

11:20 GMT+4 – 424 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 424 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 96 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 328 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 388 new cases, 182 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 52 in Imereti, 25 – Kakheti, 29 – Shida Kartli, 27 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 25 – Guria, 21 – Kvemo Kartli, 10 – Adjara, 4 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 6 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 7 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 388 New Cases, 331 More Recoveries, 7 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 388 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 267,701. In the meantime, 331 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 260,597. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 7 to 3,406. The number of active cases stands at 3,672.

Thursday, February 18

23:00 GMT+4 – 32 New Cases, 126 More Recoveries Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 32 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,650. 126 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 11,901. With 195 total COVID-related fatalities recorded, the number of active cases stands at 554.

13:00 GMT+4 – 10 New Cases, 3 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 10 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,084. 3 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,205.

11:00 GMT+4 – 365 New Cases, 539 More Recoveries, 9 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 365 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 267,313. In the meantime, 539 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 260,266. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 9 to 3,399. The number of active cases stands at 3,648.

Wednesday, February 17

23:00 GMT+4 – 24 New Cases, 90 More Recoveries, 2 Fatalities Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 24 new daily cases of COVID-19, as well as an additional 449 cases confirmed in private laboratories, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,618. 90 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 11,775. The tally of total COVID-related fatalities in the region rose by 2 to 195. The number of active cases stands at 648.

12:20 GMT+4 – 9 New Cases, 7 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 9 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,074. 7 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,202.

11:20 GMT+4 – 512 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 512 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 68 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 444 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 486 new cases, 194 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 49 in Imereti, 74 – Kakheti, 36 – Shida Kartli, 34 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 37 – Guria, 14 – Kvemo Kartli, 32 – Adjara, 4 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 8 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 4 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 486 New Cases, 499 More Recoveries, 13 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 486 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 266,948. In the meantime, 499 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 259,727. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 13 to 3,390. The number of active cases stands at 3,805.

Tuesday, February 16

23:00 GMT+4 – 39 New Cases, 10 More Recoveries Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 39 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,145. 10 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 11,775. With 193 COVID-related fatalities recorded since the onset of the virus, the number of active cases stands at 177.

12:25 GMT+4 – 12 New Cases, 5 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 12 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,065. 5 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,195.

11:20 GMT+4 – 873 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 873 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 140 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 733 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 740 new cases, 328 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 138 in Imereti, 33 – Kakheti, 69 – Shida Kartli, 41 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 55 – Guria, 25 – Kvemo Kartli, 32 – Adjara, 7 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 9 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 3 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 740 New Cases, 496 More Recoveries, 14 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 740 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 266,462. In the meantime, 496 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 259,228. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 14 to 3,377. The number of active cases stands at 3,831.

Monday, February 15

23:00 GMT+4 – 47 New Cases, 1 Fatality Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 47 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,106. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 1 to 193, while a total of 11,765 patients have recovered since the onset of the virus. The number of active cases to date stands at 148.

12:45 GMT+4 – 21 New Cases, 11 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 21 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,053. 11 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,190. “More than 70” patients have passed from coronavirus-related health complications since the onset of the virus, according to the report.

11:20 GMT+4 – 636 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 636 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 106 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 530 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 165 new cases, 57 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 31 in Imereti, 17 – Kakheti, 6 – Shida Kartli, 14 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 13 – Guria, 6 – Kvemo Kartli, 10 – Adjara, 9 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 2 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 165 New Cases, 639 More Recoveries, 11 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 165 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 265,722. In the meantime, 639 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 258,732. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 11 to 3,363. The number of active cases stands at 3,601.

10:30 GMT+4 – Georgian Dream MP Tsulukiani Tests Positive for COVID-19

Former Justice Minister, ruling Georgian Dream party MP Tea Tsulukiani, has tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

05:00 GMT+4 – Schools, Open-air Food Facilities Reopen Nationwide

As per the Georgian Government’s February 4 announcement, schools have reopened in the capital city of Tbilisi, the western city of Kutaisi, and the southern city of Rustavi – the only remaining locations in Georgia where they were closed before today. While distance learning will remain an option, all those attending school between 5th and 12th grade will be mandated to wear a face mask.

In addition, open-air food facilities, which have been operating exclusively in the coastal Adjara region since February 1, have now reopened nationwide, albeit are only allowed to operate during weekdays.

Sunday, February 14

11:20 GMT+4 – 570 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 570 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 101 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 469 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 357 new cases, 150 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 49 in Imereti, 49 – Kakheti, 19 – Shida Kartli, 27 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 35 – Guria, 20 – Kvemo Kartli, 19 – Adjara, 9 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 2 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 357 New Cases, 652 More Recoveries, 9 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 357 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 265,557. In the meantime, 652 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 258,093. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 9 to 3,352. The number of active cases stands at 4,086.

Saturday, February 13

23:00 GMT+4 – 34 New Cases, 137 More Recoveries, 1 Fatality Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 34 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,059. 137 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 11,765. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 1 to 192, while the number of active cases in the region to date stands at 102.

11:20 GMT+4 – 692 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 692 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 81 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 611 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 535 new cases, 201 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 101 in Imereti, 36 – Kakheti, 40 – Shida Kartli, 42 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 32 – Guria, 36 – Kvemo Kartli, 28 – Adjara, 6 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 10 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 3 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti

11:00 GMT+4 – 535 New Cases, 757 More Recoveries, 7 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 535 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 265,200. In the meantime, 757 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 257,441. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 7 to 3,343. The number of active cases stands at 4,390.

Friday, February 12

21:30 GMT+4 – 37 New Cases, 321 More Recoveries, 2 Fatalities Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 37 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 12,025. 321 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 11,628. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 2 to 191, while the number of active cases in the region to date stands at 206.

13:05 GMT+4 – 10 New Cases, 1 More Recovery Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 10 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,032. 1 more patient has recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,179.

11:20 GMT+4 – 608 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 608 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 142 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 466 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 507 new cases, 191 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 108 in Imereti, 40 – Kakheti, 40 – Shida Kartli, 46 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 20 – Guria, 26 – Kvemo Kartli, 19 – Adjara, 9 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 5 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 3 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti

11:00 GMT+4 – 507 New Cases, 660 More Recoveries, 15 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 507 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 264,665. In the meantime, 660 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 256,684. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 15 to 3,336. The number of active cases stands at 4,619.

Thursday, February 11

21:30 GMT+4 – 55 New Cases, 364 More Recoveries, 2 Fatalities Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 55 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 11,988. 364 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 11,307. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 2 to 189, while the number of active cases in the region to date stands at 492.

11:55 GMT+4 – 15 New Cases, 4 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 15 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,022. 4 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,178.

11:20 GMT+4 – 682 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 682 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 100 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 582 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 557 new cases, 209 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 113 in Imereti, 33 – Kakheti, 63 – Shida Kartli, 24 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 33 – Guria, 43 – Kvemo Kartli, 21 – Adjara, 10 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 7 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 1 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti

11:00 GMT+4 – 557 New Cases, 639 More Recoveries, 10 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 557 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 264,158. In the meantime, 639 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 256,024. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 10 to 3,321. The number of active cases stands at 4,787.

Wednesday, February 10

21:30 GMT+4 – 64 New Cases, 76 More Recoveries, 3 Fatalities Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 64 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 11,933. 76 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 10,943. The number of COVID-related fatalities rose by 3 to 187, while the number of active cases in the region to date stands at 803.

16:35 GMT+4 – 16 New Cases, 21 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 16 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 3,007. 21 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,174.

12:40 GMT+4 – COVID Regulations Extended in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia have once again extended existing COVID-19 restrictive measures until March 10, last set to expire on February 10.

The bans on mass gatherings in restaurants, banquet halls and other enterprises of public catering, as well as on holding mass business, sports, entertainment and other events in closed spaces have been prolonged. The functioning of indoors sports facilities, spa salons, massage parlors, saunas, children’s centers, among others, will continue to be prohibited. Wearing facemasks when using public transportation will also remain mandatory.

Preschool and elementary school education facilities of the occupied region will return to physical attendance starting February 15, while school for students from grade 5 to 11 will resume from February 22. The outdoor areas of food facilities will also reopen come February 15.

In addition, the culture ministry of occupied Abkhazia has been instructed to detail working hours and other conditions for cultural institutions to resume work starting February 15.

11:20 GMT+4 – 687 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 687 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 124 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 563 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 544 new cases, 226 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 78 in Imereti, 38 – Kakheti, 43 – Shida Kartli, 57 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 26 – Guria, 23 – Kvemo Kartli, 29 – Adjara, 13 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 6 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 5 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti

11:00 GMT+4 – 544 New Cases, 469 More Recoveries, 5 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 544 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 263,601. In the meantime, 469 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 255,385. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 5 to 3,311. The number of active cases stands at 4,879.

Tuesday, February 9

23:00 GMT+4 – 51 New Cases, 111 More Recoveries Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 51 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 11,869. 111 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 10,867. With 184 total COVID-related fatalities recorded, the number of active cases to date stands at 818.

17:25 GMT+4 – Russian Mobile Hospital Extends Stay in Abkhazia

The mobile hospital of the Russian Defense Ministry, which arrived in the occupied Abkhazia region on October 19, will remain in Sukhumi for an extended period of time. The mobile medical unit was expected to leave the occupied region on February 15.

12:10 GMT+4 – Wearing Face Masks Mandatory for School Students

Education Minister Mikheil Chkhenkeli announced today that wearing face masks at school will be mandatory for students from 5th to 12th grade.

Physical attendance at school resumed on February 1 in the port cities of Batumi and Poti, as well as in Zugdidi, Gori and Telavi. As for the capital city of Tbilisi, the western city of Kutaisi, and the southern city of Rustavi, students are expected to return to school starting February 15.

12:00 GMT+4 – 3 New Cases, 20 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 3 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 2,991. 20 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,153.

11:20 GMT+4 – 665 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 665 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 168 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 497 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 829 new cases, 314 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 150 in Imereti, 73 – Kakheti, 63 – Shida Kartli, 95 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 43 – Guria, 37 – Kvemo Kartli, 37 – Adjara, 7 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 9 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 1 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti

11:00 GMT+4 – 829 New Cases, 566 More Recoveries, 8 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 829 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 263,057. In the meantime, 566 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 254,916. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 8 to 3,306. The number of active cases stands at 4,809.

Monday, February 8

23:00 GMT+4 – 18 New Cases, 131 More Recoveries, 3 Fatalities Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 18 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 11,818. 131 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 10,756. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 3, reaching 184. The number of active cases to date stands at 878.

11:20 GMT+4 – 574 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 574 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 124 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 450 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 204 new cases, 86 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 32 in Imereti, 8 – Kakheti, 13 – Shida Kartli, 14 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 18 – Guria, 16 – Kvemo Kartli, 11 – Adjara, 3 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 3 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 204 New Cases, 736 More Recoveries, 15 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 204 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 262,228. In the meantime, 736 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 254,350. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 15 to 3,298. The number of active cases stands at 4,554.

05:00 GMT+4 – Ban on Municipal Transport Lifted, Marketplaces Reopen Nationwide

As per the Georgian Government’s announcement, the ban on municipal transportation has been lifted in the capital city of Tbilisi, the western city of Kutaisi, and the southern city of Rustavi. In addition, today open and closed marketplaces resumed working nationwide. The easing of said restrictions is only in effect during weekdays.

Sunday, February 7

11:20 GMT+4 – 668 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 668 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 68 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 600 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 404 new cases, 188 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 73 in Imereti, 33 – Kakheti, 30 – Shida Kartli, 26 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 26 – Guria, 10 – Kvemo Kartli, 7 – Adjara, 7 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 3 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti, 1 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 404 New Cases, 799 More Recoveries, 14 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 404 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 262,024. In the meantime, 799 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 253,614. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 14 to 3,283. The number of active cases stands at 5,101.

Saturday, February 6

23:00 GMT+4 – 39 New Cases, 27 More Recoveries, 1 Fatality Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 39 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 11,800. 27 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 10,625. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 1, reaching 181. The number of active cases to date stands at 994.

11:20 GMT+4 – 573 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 573 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 116 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 457 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 602 new cases, 246 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 101 – Imereti, 77 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 54 – Kakheti, 30 in Adjara, 30 – Guria, 21 – Shida Kartli, 16 – Kvemo Kartli, 10 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 10 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 7 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 602 New Cases, 569 More Recoveries, 11 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 602 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 261,620. In the meantime, 569 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 252,815. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 11 to 3,269. The number of active cases stands at 5,510.

Friday, February 5

23:00 GMT+4 – 23 New Cases, 175 More Recoveries Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 23 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 11,761. 175 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 10,598. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities remains at 180. The number of active cases to date stands at 983.

13:05 GMT+4 – 25 New Cases, 13 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 25 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 2,961. 13 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,133.

11:20 GMT+4 – 734 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 734 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 87 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 646 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 538 new cases, 227 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 25 in Adjara, 44 – Shida Kartli, 83 – Imereti, 31 – Kakheti, 60 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 35 – Kvemo Kartli, 9 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 6 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 16 – Guria, 2 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 538 New Cases, 498 More Recoveries, 18 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 538 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 261,018. In the meantime, 498 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 252,246. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 18 to 3,258. The number of active cases stands at 5,488.

Thursday, February 4

23:00 GMT+4 – 54 New Cases, 89 More Recoveries, 1 Fatality Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 54 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 11,738. 89 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 10,423. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 1 to 180 in the region. The number of active cases to date stands at 1,135.

12:00 GMT+4 – 12 New Cases, 6 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 12 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 2,936. 6 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,120.

11:20 GMT+4 – 765 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 765 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 134 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 631 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 583 new cases, 243 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 34 in Adjara, 31 – Shida Kartli, 98 – Imereti, 48 – Kakheti, 58 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 46 – Kvemo Kartli, 2 – Mtskheta-Mtianeti, 9 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 10 – Guria, 4 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 583 New Cases, 671 More Recoveries, 19 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 583 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 260,480. In the meantime, 671 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 251,748. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 19 to 3,240. The number of active cases stands at 5,466.

Wednesday, February 3

23:00 GMT+4 – 64 New Cases, 136 More Recoveries, 1 Fatality Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 64 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 11,684. 136 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 10,334. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 1 to 179. The number of active cases to date stands at 1,171.

13:15 GMT+4 – 13 New Cases, 12 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 13 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 2,924. 12 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,114.

11:20 GMT+4 – 680 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 680 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 110 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 570 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 688 new cases, 295 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 23 in Adjara, 45 – Shida Kartli, 126 – Imereti, 50 – Kakheti, 69 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 31 – Kvemo Kartli, 7 – Mtskheta Mtianeti, 7 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 32 – Guria, 3 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 688 New Cases, 788 More Recoveries, 13 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 688 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 259,897. In the meantime, 788 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 251,077. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 13 to 3,221. The number of active cases stands at 5,573.

Tuesday, February 2

23:00 GMT+4 – 56 New Cases, 296 More Recoveries Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 56 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 11,620. 296 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 10,198. 178 total COVID-related deaths have been recorded in the region since the onset of the virus. The number of active cases to date stands at 1,244.

12:40 GMT+4 – 21 New Cases, 12 More Recoveries Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 21 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 2,911. 12 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 2,102.

11:20 GMT+4 – 805 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 805 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 164 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 641 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 858 new cases, 339 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 53 in Adjara, 50 – Shida Kartli, 158 – Imereti, 44 – Kakheti, 85 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 49 – Kvemo Kartli, 21 – Mtskheta Mtianeti, 15 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 38 – Guria, 6 – Racha-Lechkhumi – Kvemo Svaneti.

11:00 GMT+4 – 858 New Cases, 580 More Recoveries, 14 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 858 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 259,209. In the meantime, 580 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 250,289. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 14 to 3,208. The number of active cases stands at 5,686.

Monday, February 1

23:00 GMT+4 – 44 New Cases, 82 More Recoveries, 6 Fatalities Reported in Abkhazia

Moscow-backed authorities in Abkhazia reported 44 new cases of COVID-19, taking the tally of the total confirmed cases in the region to 11,564. 82 more patients have recovered, bringing the number of recoveries to 9,902. 6 more COVID-related fatalities were reported, taking the number of deaths in the region since the onset of the virus to 178. The number of active cases to date stands at 1,484.

12:05 GMT+4 – 21 New Cases Reported in Tskhinvali

Kremlin-backed South Ossetian authorities have reported 21 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the occupied region’s total confirmed cases to 2,890. The total number of recoveries in the region stands at 2,090.

11:20 GMT+4 – 779 People Fined for Defying COVID-19 Regulations

Georgian Interior Ministry has revealed 779 cases of disobeying regulations imposed against the spread of COVID-19 in the last 24 hours. In particular, police have fined 94 citizens for defying isolation and/or quarantine rules, including those who violated the 21:00 – 05:00 curfew. 685 citizens were also fined for breaching face mask regulations.

11:15 GMT+4 – Breakdown of New Cases

According to the Georgian authorities, out of 240 new cases, 86 were confirmed in Tbilisi, the capital city, 15 in Adjara, 21 – Shida Kartli, 37 – Imereti, 17 – Kakheti, 28 – Samegrelo – Zemo Svaneti, 19 – Kvemo Kartli, 6 – Mtskheta Mtianeti, 8 – Samtskhe-Javakheti, 3 – Guria.

11:00 GMT+4 – 240 New Cases, 681 More Recoveries, 16 Fatalities

Georgia has confirmed 240 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the tally of the total confirmed cases to 258,351. In the meantime, 681 more patients have recovered, taking the number of recoveries to 249,709. The number of COVID-19 related fatalities rose by 16 to 3,194. The number of active cases stands at 5,422.

05:00 GMT+4 – Certain COVID-19 Measures Lifted

As per the Georgian Government’s January 22 announcement, municipal transport, schools, shops and shopping malls have reopened in the cities of Batumi, Zugdidi, Gori, Poti and Telavi, albeit during weekdays only. Shops and shopping malls have resumed work in Tbilisi, Kutaisi and Rustavi on weekdays.

Outdoor areas of restaurants and other food facilities have reopened exclusively in the coastal Adjara region, also only allowed to receive clients on workdays. In addition, the ban on regular flights has been lifted.

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