Georgia

Democrats notch historic governor wins in Texas, Georgia, Ohio amid midterm surge

A total of three dozen governor races were on the ballot in the elections, with US President Donald Trump's unpopularity and the cost of living at the top of voters' minds, alongside local concerns.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott hugs his daughter, Audrey Abbott, after delivering a concession speech at an election night rally during the US midterm elections in Austin, Texas, US, November 3, 2026.
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov (2R), alongside Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan (3L) and Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (R), arrives for the first plenary session at the G20 foreign ministers' meeting in Atlanta, Georgia on October 30, 2026.

G20 foreign ministers skip photo-op amid objections over Russia

Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff (left) takes on GOP challenger, Rep. Mike Collins (right).

Georgia Senate race has Jewish voters weigh Ossoff's Israel criticism, Collins' far-right ties

an illustrative image of Anthropic's Claude.

Anthropic AI model bypasses paywall to access Georgia voter counts without human authorization


Four killed, nine injured in shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia

A shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia left four dead and nine injured. The area was secured after an hour.

 First responders gather after law enforcement officers responded to a fatal shooting at Apalachee High School in a still image from aerial video in Winder, Georgia, U.S. September 4, 2024.

Shuva Israel also in Georgia: A new study center in Batumi


Country hit hard by lack of Israeli tourists: Impact on economy

Lack of Israeli tourists post-war hits a country hard; even in nations friendly to Israel, a shortage of Israeli visitors impacts their economy significantly.


As Israeli tourism to Georgia has boomed, these Israelis have put down roots in Tbilisi

Many Israelis have purchased timeshares in the Black Sea resort of Batumi, and Georgia is considered a prime destination for skiing and hiking as well as travel focused on food and wine.

 Gallery owner Rita Licht; Itsik Moshe, president of the Israel-Georgia Chamber of Business; Daniel Licht, who runs Ashkara Falafel; architect Ilana Slutsky; and jewelry designer Mikhail Gilichinski all gather at the Licht home in Tbilisi to enjoy a Shabbat afternoon with fellow Israelis.

Stunning Ajara scenery, just two hours from Tel Aviv

The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 83.

 There are unexpected views around every corner during a stroll through the Arajan countryside

The many shades of Georgia’s Black Sea coast

Shopping, good food, culture, views, and numerous attractions make Georgia's Black Sea coast the perfect place for your next vacation.

Music and dance feature large in Batumi’s cultural scene.

Two Americans, one Russian citizen among 20 detained in Georgia, Russia's TASS reports

Georgia's opposition had called on opponents on Sunday of the bill to stage an all-night protest outside parliament to prevent lawmakers from entering on Monday.

 Police officers detain a demonstrator during a protest against a bill on "foreign agents" in Tbilisi, Georgia, May 13, 2024.

Surprising Batumi, on Georgia's Black Sea Coast

The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 80

 Music and dance feature large in Batumi's cultural scene

Fertilized eggs from Hepatitis B patient imported from unauthorized clinic in Georgia

The donor's genetic information was allegedly available to the clinic staff in Georgia and in Israel, but despite this, the eggs were sent to Israel and were given to a number of Israeli patients.

Illustrative image of Invitro therapy.

Georgia politician says critics misinterpreted his apparent endorsement of antisemitic post

Mike Collins, a Republican Congressman is accused of supporting anti-semitic sentiments. says that people "just see stuff that ain't there."

Mike Collins, who is running for election to the US House to represent Georgia's 10th Congressional District, delivers a speech during a rally in support of defendants being prosecuted in the January 6 attack on the Capitol, in Washington, US, September 18, 2021.