Georgia criticized for resuming direct flights to Russia

Georgia faced a wave of criticism as it resumed direct fights to Russia on Saturday, with both Ukraine and the European Union lambasting the country's decision. The small nation, which lies at the intersection of Asia and Europe, resumed flights on its flag carrier, Georgian Airways, after Moscow officials lifted a temporary flight ban last week. The ban had been in place since 2019, and The Associated Press reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin also ended visa requirements for Georgian nationals. The move is the latest update in a long...