Vitaly Sharia — Abkhazia commemorates the 70th birthday of the gifted, prematurely departed novelist and poet Daur Zantaria today. On the eve of this posthumous anniversary, a video conference was arranged, during which both Abkhazian and Russian participants recounted their memories of Daur.

We mourn the loss of a diligent scholar, a passionate reformer, and a tireless advocate for truth and understanding, Dr. Stephen D. Shenfield.

We recently learned of the unfortunate loss of a diligent scholar, a passionate reformer, and a tireless advocate for truth and understanding, Dr. Stephen D. Shenfield, who passed away on 27 April 2023. His passing leaves behind an influential legacy that spans prison reform, environmentalism, economic justice, and most notably, a deep and comprehensive understanding of the Caucasus. As we mourn his departure, we also celebrate his remarkable contributions and the profound impact he has left on these important fields.

There are landmarks that become so strongly associated with the appearance of the place they are situated in that they are perceived as its symbol. This is the case with the "Gagripsh" restaurant in Gagra, Abkhazia, located on the coast of the Black Sea. To visit Gagra without stopping by "Gagripsh" means missing out on the opportunity to experience a truly iconic establishment in this resort town.

Croatian authorities appear to be overlooking the ongoing hunger strike by Chechen refugees, who are protesting against the possibility of being sent to fight in the war in Ukraine. The refugees began their hunger strike on April 22 at the Ježevo camp in Croatia. 

Badri Yasieva | Sputnik  ― Over 20 years ago, Juan Carlos Valdés from Cuba arrived in Abkhazia to work as a translator and decided to make the republic his home. In this Sputnik article, discover how Juan ended up in Abkhazia, his adaptation to the new environment, the story behind his missed first date with his future wife, the development of their life together, the long wait for Abkhazian citizenship, and his emotions at that moment.