The Church Against the Authorities? What Has Changed Since the Death of Ilia II

In Georgia, criticism of the authorities is once again being voiced by high-ranking clergy. Following sharp statements by Metropolitans Iobi and Nikoloz, questions arise: how independent is the Georgian Orthodox Church today, what is the state of its relationship with Bidzina Ivanishvili, and can it once again become an influential political force, as it was in 2012? We discuss this on [Ardashelia LIVE]. Program guests: Gocha Mirtskhulava, journalist; Tengiz Ablotia, journalist.