New Episode of the CRRC Georgia’s Podcast is live! – Does Time Heal All Wounds? Where Do Georgian Attitudes Stand on the Occupied Territories?
About 17 years after Russia’s 2008 invasion of Georgia, this episode examines whether time has cooled or intensified emotions around the occupied territories of South Ossetia and Abkhazia. Drawing from CRRC-Georgia’s 2024 study of nearly 2,000 respondents, we explore how Georgians view reconciliation prospects, social connections across conflict lines, and potential resolutions.
The research reveals surprising findings about cultural perceptions, willingness for dialogue, and the persistent desire among displaced persons to return home. Despite limited contact and ongoing occupation, the data suggests Georgians maintain pragmatic hope for eventual resolution.
