Russian relocants fear that even the simplest financial transactions could be treated as grounds for criminal prosecution in Russia| Geography
According to the source, “the document does not answer the questions troubling the European Commission.” Georgian Dream was outraged that the contents of a confidential document had been made public| Geography
According to political analyst Areg Kochinyan, the bilateral agreements signed at the White House reduce the likelihood of an Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict| Geography
Results of the Pashinyan-Pezeshkian meeting: what does Iran expect from opening transport routes in the Caucasus?| Jamnews in English
Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Armenia amid concerns over a US company’s role in reopening regional roads near Iran’s border| Jamnews in English
Full travel guide & itinerary for Racha-Lechkhumi, including the best things to do in Oni, hiking in Racha, wine tastings, and more.| Wander-Lush
In a new spike of competition and amid Iran’s retreat as a result of Israel’s military pressure Turkey emerges as a prominent power.| Manara Magazine
Current road conditions, tips and hints for travelling the Zagari Pass in Svaneti from Ushguli to Kutaisi (or Kutaisi to...| Wander-Lush
An alternative guide to Sighnaghi, featuring offbeat and lesser-known things to do in Kakheti wine region. Located 100 kilometres east...| Wander-Lush
Historic cemeteries in Tbilisi that are open to the public, where visitors can see sculptural memorials & learn about the city's past.| Wander-Lush
If, like Iosif Lazaridis, you subscribe to the idea that the Yamnaya people carry early Anatolian farmer-related admixture that spread into ...| eurogenes.blogspot.com
India-Pakistan Conflict Escalates, Entangled In Middle Eastern And Caucasian Geopolitical Rivalries By Uriel Araujo The India-Pakistan conflict, intensified by the 2025 Pahalgam attack and Operatio…| Voice of East
Georgian Wine Uncorked: Explore Georgia’s Best Wines was originally published in July 2025 I’ll never forget my very first day in Georgia back in October 2017, a day that set the tone for my entire…| The Adventures of Nicole
On April 23, the Center for the National Interest hosted an off-the-record dinner discussion with Georgia’s First Deputy Prime Minister Levan Davitashvili and a visiting delegation of senior Georgian officials. Moderated by Center board member and former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Iraq, and Afghanistan Zalmay Khalilzad, the evening brought together a select group of Washington-based experts for a frank and substantive conversation with the Georgian delegation. The discussion cov...| cftni.org
How to visit the abandoned Sanatorium Libani – an urbex adventure for photographers near Borjomi, Georgia.| Wander-Lush
I'm totally serious when I say that this video is more objective, informative and accurate than any peer-reviewed paper published to date when it comes to the genetic origins of the Khvalynsk people. However, that's not to say it's perfect. I think it misses some important details. See here... The Caucasus is a semipermeable barrier to gene flow Dear David, Nick, Iosif...let's set the record| Eurogenes Blog
In their recent paper, titled Early contact between late farming and pastoralist societies in southeastern Europe, Penske et al. make the following claim: By contrast, Yamnaya Caucasus individuals from the southern steppe can be modelled as a two-way model of around 76% Steppe Eneolithic and 26% Caucasus Eneolithic/Maykop, confirming the findings of Lazaridis and colleagues 47. This two-way mix| Eurogenes Blog
Lazaridis, Alpaslan-Roodenberg et al. recently claimed that the Yamnaya people of the Pontic-Caspian (PC) steppe carried "substantial" ancestry from what is now Armenia or surrounds. However, this claim is essentially false. Only one individual associated with the Yamnaya culture shows an unambiguous signal of such ancestry. This is a female usually labeled Ukraine_Yamnaya_Ozera_o:I1917. The "| Eurogenes Blog
Who wants to bet against this map? Keep in mind that ART038 (~3000 calBCE) remains the oldest sample with the V1636 and R1b Y-chromosome mutations in the West Asian ancient DNA record. Ergo, there's nothing to suggest that V1636 or R1b entered Eastern Europe from West Asia. See also... A tantalizing link How relevant is Arslantepe to the PIE homeland debate?| Eurogenes Blog
Everything you need to know about visiting Mtatsminda Park, in Tbilisi – including the Tbilisi Funicular, new Mtatsminda cable car & Tbilisi TV Tower hike.| Wander-Lush
Backpacking Armenia: A travel guide about the most beautiful highlights of Armenia and my experience visiting them.| Backpack Adventures
All the best things to do in Anaklia, Georgia's strangest resort on the Black Sea – including beaches, urbex, and photography.| Wander-Lush
All the best things to do in Svaneti (Mestia, Ushguli, Mazeri & beyond) organised into a 3-7 day Svaneti itinerary for independent travellers.| Wander-Lush
Imagine a place that feels like Eastern Europe with a hint of the Middle East / Central Asia. Where you can stay for a year as a tourist. Where you can drink some of the world’s best wine for the best prices. Where food, accommodation, and travel costs are lower than| Nomad Flag
Things to do in Ozurgeti and Guria, including Georgia's Tea Route, Soviet-era mosaics and more. Comprehensive travel guide to visiting Guria region.| Wander-Lush
Complete travel guide for Bakhmaro, Georgia – including the best things to do in Bakhmaro from the horse race to Sunset Mountain.| Wander-Lush
A complete guide to visiting the Dezerter Bazaar, the best Tbilisi market — including how to get there, and how to navigate the market.| Wander-Lush
A complete guide to travelling to Shatili from Tbilisi by bus or car – including the marshrutka schedule and travel tips.| Wander-Lush
A full travel guide to Khevsureti, including my recommended 3-day Khevsureti itinerary and detailed travel tips for Shatili, Mutso and beyond.| Wander-Lush
Things to do in Shatili plus my detailed Shatili travel guide. Explore Khevsureti's biggest village and the gateway to Georgia's heroic highlands.| Wander-Lush
Everything you need to know about visiting Mutso (Mitsu), an ancient fortress-village in Georgia's Khevsureti region.| Wander-Lush
A hand-picked list of the 50 best restaurants in Tbilisi for this year, plus what to order. Your ultimate Georgian food guide!| Wander-Lush
Where to eat in Kazbegi, Georgia – discover the best local cuisine and Georgian classics at these top 10 Kazbegi restaurants (my hand-picked list).| Wander-Lush
Everything you need to know about the Juta Hike, including how to get to Juta from Kazbegi, how to prepare for the trek, and other things to do in Juta.| Wander-Lush
8 of the best day trips from Kazbegi, Georgia – including day hikes and non-hiking options. Discover mountains, waterfalls and mineral pools.| Wander-Lush
Discover the best day trips from Kutaisi, Georgia – including classic excursions and offbeat DIY adventures – for hiking, wine & more.| Wander-Lush
An honest review of Oro, a Megrelian cuisine specialty restaurant in Tbilisi, Georgia.| Wander-Lush
Everything you need to know about renting a car in Tbilisi and driving in Georgia (country) – including road conditions, safety tips, and itineraries.| Wander-Lush
An adventurous & unconventional Georgia road trip. The ultimate 10 day Georgia itinerary for getting off the beaten track in the Caucasus.| Wander-Lush
Everything you need to know to visit Kakheti wine region, including the best things to do in Sighnaghi & the perfect 1-3 day Kakheti itinerary.| Wander-Lush
12 things to do in Gurjaani, Georgia – an alternative destination in Kakheti Wine Region. Featuring Soviet architecture, mud baths, and much more.| Wander-Lush
The best things to do in Kutaisi, Georgia - including Kutaisi must-sees, hidden gems, and the best day trips. The perfect 1-4 day Kutaisi itinerary.| Wander-Lush
Your complete travel guide for the scenic Georgian Military Highway, including 12 points of interest to visit on a road trip from Tbilisi to Kazbegi.| Wander-Lush
How to visit Sabaduri Forest near Tbilisi in winter or autumn. Includes travel tips, photo spots, the best day tours, and things to see nearby.| Wander-Lush
My annual tourism and travel news for Georgia 2024, including the best new restaurants and venues in Tbilisi and beyond, and much more.| Wander-Lush
Detailed itineraries for 1-4 weeks in Georgia. Plan the perfect Georgia itinerary with my insider tips and detailed transport advice.| Wander-Lush
How to travel from Tbilisi to Gudauri ski resort - a comprehensive transport guide, with bus schedules, Gudauri transfers and taxi prices for 2025.| Wander-Lush
A list of festivals in Georgia, events, holidays and other milestones for 2025. Plan your trip around these cultural events.| Wander-Lush
Complete travel guide to Rustavi, Georgia - including the best things to do in Rustavi for Soviet history & architecture.| Wander-Lush
25 cosy and magical activities to do in Tbilisi in winter 2025 – including the best wine bars, museums, thermal baths, and much more.| Wander-Lush
A sneak peek at the new Communal Kutaisi Hotel and Doli Restaurant, a new boutique property in Western Georgia.| Wander-Lush
Kutaisi restaurants, cafes and bars for traditional Imeretian cuisine, local wine and fabulous coffee and tea. The ultimate Kutaisi, Georgia food guide!| Wander-Lush
The scientists at the David Reich Lab are a clever bunch. But they're not always on top of things. And this can be a problem. For instanc...| eurogenes.blogspot.com
Back in 2016 I made this prediction about the origins of the Yamnaya people (Steppe_EMBA): But here's my prediction: Steppe_EMBA only has ...| eurogenes.blogspot.com
In my last blog post I made a mistake in my interpretation of this quote from Lazaridis, Alpaslan-Roodenberg et al. , because it confused th...| eurogenes.blogspot.com
Update 29/08/22: Dear Iosif #2 ... I'm skimming through the Lazaridis, Alpaslan-Roodenberg et al. paper that just came out at Science ...| eurogenes.blogspot.com