Musician Reports Being Targeted in First Case Under Interior Ministry’s ‘Hate Speech’ Unit (opens original article in a new tab)

A Georgian musician critical of the ruling party reported being targeted by the Interior Ministry's new 'hate speech' unit, marking the first case involving the unit established in June.

• Musician Maia Darsmelidze faces administrative proceedings from the Interior Ministry's 'hate speech' unit.
• The unit was established to monitor 'hate speech' and 'incitement of enmity' following a government initiative.
• Critics argue the unit could restrict freedom of expression and act as a censorship mechanism.