Nina Akhmeteli, a BBC World Service correspondent in Georgia, dives into the political tensions following recent elections in Tbilisi, where claims of electoral fraud have ignited protests. She discusses Georgia's youth aspirations for EU membership and their resistance to Russian influence. Raghvendra Rao, covering elections in Indian-administered Kashmir after a decade, sheds light on the local population's desires for statehood and their political engagement amid unrest. Both guests highlight the intersection of democracy, identity, and the longing for transparency in their regions.

BBC's Nina Akhmeteli and Politico's Gabriel Gavin discuss Georgia protests against a new law seen as mimicking Russian policy. They highlight the threat to democracy and freedom of speech, the country's alignment with the West, and the historical conflicts with Russia.