This article gives an overview of the ancient dolmens and cromlechs of the Western Caucasus, highlighting their significance in Bronze Age burial rituals and regional history. Scattered throughout the verdant landscapes of Abkhazia and the broader Western Caucasus, these dolmens are among the earliest examples of monumental stone architecture, dating back to the Bronze Age (3250–1250 BC). Notably, dolmens are absent in other regions of the Caucasus, such as Chechnya, Dagestan, Ossetia, or Georgia. While isolated megaliths exist in these areas, they bear no resemblance to the distinct dolmens of the Western Caucasus, setting this region apart in terms of megalithic culture.
https://abkhazworld.com/aw/history/2804-dolmens-and-cromlechs-in-the-western-caucasus-an-overview
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Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
Dolmens and Cromlechs in the Western Caucasus: An Overview
This article gives an overview of the ancient dolmens and cromlechs of the Western Caucasus, highlighting their significance in Bronze Age burial rituals...
Once more, Sputnik Abkhazia targets Abkhazian civil society with groundless claims and manipulation. Read the full breakdown. https://abkhazworld.com/aw/current-affairs/2805-sputnik-abkhazia-again-targets-abkhazian-ngos
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
Sputnik Abkhazia Again Targets Abkhazian NGOs
Abkhazian NGOs under fire again as Sputnik Abkhazia spreads false accusations and baseless conspiracy theories.
Meanwhile, the Georgians are commenting on our post about Western Caucasus Dolmens...
Sergey Markedonov, senior research fellow at MGIMO and expert on the Caucasus and Russian foreign policy, offers a detailed analysis of the challenges and dynamics shaping Russia-Abkhazia relations. https://abkhazworld.com/aw/analysis/2806-russia-abkhazia-relations-by-sergey-markedonov
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
Is it true that a crisis has arisen in Russia-Abkhazia relations? By Sergey Markedonov
Sergey Markedonov, senior research fellow at MGIMO and expert on the Caucasus and Russian foreign policy, offers a detailed analysis of the challenges...
Civic organisations in Abkhazia face government criticism but continue to improve local infrastructure and community life through impactful social projects, despite growing challenges.
https://abkhazworld.com/aw/blogs/2807-how-civic-organisations-are-visibly-transforming-abkhazia-despite-criticism
https://abkhazworld.com/aw/blogs/2807-how-civic-organisations-are-visibly-transforming-abkhazia-despite-criticism
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
How Civic Organisations Are Visibly Transforming Abkhazia Despite Criticism
Civic organisations in Abkhazia face government criticism but continue to improve local infrastructure and community life through impactful social projects...
The Georgian Press on the Position of the Georgian Population of Abkhazia During the Georgian-Abkhazian War (1992–1993), by Daur T. Achugba
Аҧсуаҭҵаара / Abkhaz Studies, no. 4, 2006, pp. 119–130. Academy of Sciences of Abkhazia.
https://abkhazworld.com/aw/conflict/2808-georgian-press-during-the-georgian-abkhazian-war
Аҧсуаҭҵаара / Abkhaz Studies, no. 4, 2006, pp. 119–130. Academy of Sciences of Abkhazia.
https://abkhazworld.com/aw/conflict/2808-georgian-press-during-the-georgian-abkhazian-war
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
The Georgian Press on the Position of the Georgian Population of Abkhazia During the Georgian-Abkhazian War (1992–1993), by Daur…
Аҧсуаҭҵаара / Abkhaz Studies, no. 4, 2006, pp. 119–130.
Abkhaz Institute of Humanitarian Research Named after D.I. Gulia, Academy of Sciences of Abkhazia.
Abkhaz Institute of Humanitarian Research Named after D.I. Gulia, Academy of Sciences of Abkhazia.
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Journalist Nizfa Arshba: "I don’t know who orchestrated this entire operation, but I am certain that the organisers did not achieve their main objective. Neither David, nor Lia, and certainly not the rest of us who openly defend the interests of our homeland, will be intimidated."
Today, on the outskirts of Sukhum, journalist David Gobechia and activist Lia Agrba from the “ҲараҲПицунда” (KharaKhPitsunda - Our Pitsunda) movement were attacked.
Four masked assailants used pepper spray to blind the pair. David Gobechia was beaten while the attack was filmed. The masked attackers also took Lia Agrba's bag.
The victims are currently receiving treatment at an eye clinic.
According to David Gobechia, one of the administrators of the "Abkhazian Portal" channel, he had been under surveillance for several days prior to the attack.
You can listen to the English narration of journalist Nizfa Arshba’s statement regarding this attack in the video.
Today, on the outskirts of Sukhum, journalist David Gobechia and activist Lia Agrba from the “ҲараҲПицунда” (KharaKhPitsunda - Our Pitsunda) movement were attacked.
Four masked assailants used pepper spray to blind the pair. David Gobechia was beaten while the attack was filmed. The masked attackers also took Lia Agrba's bag.
The victims are currently receiving treatment at an eye clinic.
According to David Gobechia, one of the administrators of the "Abkhazian Portal" channel, he had been under surveillance for several days prior to the attack.
You can listen to the English narration of journalist Nizfa Arshba’s statement regarding this attack in the video.
On 15 September, masked attackers in Sukhum assaulted journalist David Gobechia and activist Lia Agrba, using pepper spray, physical force, and stealing their personal belongings. https://abkhazworld.com/aw/current-affairs/2809-masked-attackers-target-journalist-and-civil-activist-in-sukhum
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
Masked Attackers Target Journalist and Civil Activist in Sukhum
On the evening of 15 September, a shocking crime took place in Sukhum when a group of unidentified masked individuals attacked journalist David Gobechia and ci
Response to Gabriel Chubinidze's Misleading Article on Civil.ge about Prof. George Hewitt and AbkhazWorld.
Spoiler: AbkhazWorld.com was not founded by George Hewitt. Enjoy!
https://abkhazworld.com/aw/blogs/2810-in-response-to-gabriel-chubinidze
Spoiler: AbkhazWorld.com was not founded by George Hewitt. Enjoy!
https://abkhazworld.com/aw/blogs/2810-in-response-to-gabriel-chubinidze
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
In Response to Gabriel Chubinidze's Misleading Article on Prof. George Hewitt and AbkhazWorld.com
Gabriel Chubinidze, in his recent article on Civil.ge, expresses concern over Prof. George Hewitt being invited to participate in the International Kartvel...
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Abkhazia responded to Bidzina Ivanishvili’s statement, suggesting his call for an apology over the 2008 war could lead to reconciliation if followed by real actions. https://abkhazworld.com/aw/current-affairs/2811-mfa-abkhazia-comments-on-ivanishvili-s-apology-statement
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
Abkhazia’s MFA Comments on Ivanishvili’s Apology Statement
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia has issued a response to a recent statement by Bidzina Ivanishvili, the founder of the "Georgian...
Prominent Abkhazian leaders and the Union of Journalists have condemned the 15 Sept attack on journalist David Gobechia and activist Lia Agrba, urging swift justice and government action. https://abkhazworld.com/aw/current-affairs/2812-abkhazian-political-and-civic-leaders-urge-investigation
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
Abkhazian Political and Civic Leaders Urge Investigation Into Assault on Civil Activists
Prominent Abkhazian political and civic leaders Kan Kvarchia, Vianor Ashba, Leuan Mikaa, and Akhra Bzhania have issued a strong statement condemning...
Lasha Zukhba: "A Government That Wears a Mask Is a Gang, Not a Government"
A veteran of the Patriotic War of the People of Abkhazia [Georgian-Abkhazian War] (1992-1993) and the founder of the "Union of Veterans and Youth of Apsny" commented on the attack on journalist David Gobechia and activist Lia Agrba from the Khara Khpitsunda movement.
A veteran of the Patriotic War of the People of Abkhazia [Georgian-Abkhazian War] (1992-1993) and the founder of the "Union of Veterans and Youth of Apsny" commented on the attack on journalist David Gobechia and activist Lia Agrba from the Khara Khpitsunda movement.
This article examines how Georgian colonisation of Abkhazia escalated under Stalin and Beria, drastically shifting the region's demographic balance. It explores the settlement policies and their long-lasting impact on the native Abkhaz population. https://abkhazworld.com/aw/history/2813-on-the-demographic-expansion-of-abkhazia-1937-mid-1950s
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
On the Demographic Expansion of Abkhazia (1937 - Mid-1950s), by A.E. Agrba
This article examines how Georgian colonisation of Abkhazia escalated under Stalin and Beria, drastically shifting the region's demographic balance.
On 18 September 1993, during the Abkhazian army's offensive to liberate Sukhum, a tragic loss was suffered. Among the 23 fallen was Adgur Inal-Ipa, a figure of great promise and intellect, who was posthumously honoured with the Order of Leon. https://abkhazworld.com/aw/abkhazians/personalities/2497-scientist-and-valiant-warrior-the-legacy-of-adgur-inal-ipa
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
Scientist and Valiant Warrior: The Legacy of Adgur Inal-Ipa
On 18 September, 1993, during the Abkhazian army's offensive to liberate Sukhum, a tragic loss was suffered. Among the 23 fallen was Adgur Inal-Ipa...
Born in 1967 in Eskişehir, Türkiye, he bravely defended Abkhazia from Georgian occupation and lost his life on 20 September 1992. He rests in Gudauta. https://abkhazworld.com/aw/blogs/2502-remembering-abaghba-bahadir-the-hero-abkhazia-gained-from-the-diaspora
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
Remembering Abaghba Bahadir: The Hero of Abkhazia from the Diaspora
Born in 1967 in the village of Künçez, Bilecik, Türkiye, Abaghba Bahadir was among the vanguard group of 33 who journeyed from Türkiye to defend Abkhazia...
Public figure Tengiz Jopua criticises Abkhaz authorities for pressuring teachers and doctors to sign letters supporting controversial agreements.
https://abkhazworld.com/aw/current-affairs/2814-the-story-of-these-letters-humiliates-people-and-the-profession
https://abkhazworld.com/aw/current-affairs/2814-the-story-of-these-letters-humiliates-people-and-the-profession
Abkhaz World | History, Culture & Politics of Abkhazia
The Story of These Letters Humiliates People and the Profession
Public figure Tengiz Jopua criticises Abkhaz authorities for pressuring teachers and doctors to sign letters supporting controversial agreements.
Yegodzh Hanefi Aslan: 1966, Kayseri - 22 September 1993, Sukhum
Born in 1966 in the Circassian village of Yukarı Karagöz (Makharhabl) in the Pınarbaşı district of Kayseri, Yegodzh Hanefi Aslan returned to his ancestral homeland, the Caucasus, in April 1993 and settled in Abkhazia.
He joined the war with the Pitsunda-Ldzaa troop of the 5th Battalion of the 1st Brigade on the Western Front. On 22 September 1993, he was martyred at the entrance of Sukhum due to a bomb dropped from a plane owned by the Russian army, which was rented by the Georgians.
Yegodzh Hanefi, remembered by his comrades for his resilience under challenging conditions and for the great morale he provided, was laid to rest in the Brotherhood Cemetery in the city of Gudauta.
The Kayseri Caucasus Association's (Kayseri Kafkas Derneği)theatre group was established in his name and continues its activities as the 'Yegodzh Hanefi Theatre Ensemble'.
Born in 1966 in the Circassian village of Yukarı Karagöz (Makharhabl) in the Pınarbaşı district of Kayseri, Yegodzh Hanefi Aslan returned to his ancestral homeland, the Caucasus, in April 1993 and settled in Abkhazia.
He joined the war with the Pitsunda-Ldzaa troop of the 5th Battalion of the 1st Brigade on the Western Front. On 22 September 1993, he was martyred at the entrance of Sukhum due to a bomb dropped from a plane owned by the Russian army, which was rented by the Georgians.
Yegodzh Hanefi, remembered by his comrades for his resilience under challenging conditions and for the great morale he provided, was laid to rest in the Brotherhood Cemetery in the city of Gudauta.
The Kayseri Caucasus Association's (Kayseri Kafkas Derneği)theatre group was established in his name and continues its activities as the 'Yegodzh Hanefi Theatre Ensemble'.