By Plenary Sessions: Eerik-Niiles Kross

The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in foreign policy, particularly concerning Georgia and, more broadly, Russian influence operations. He/She draws on detailed knowledge of Georgia's political history (since 2008), the constitutional crisis, and the assessments of elections provided by international institutions (OSCE, the European Parliament, the Venice Commission). Specific emphasis is placed on the repressive methods employed by Georgian Dream, including torture and the use of "Titushky."