# Legal and political dispute involving Irakli Garibashvili > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/legal-and-political-dispute-involving-irakli-garibashvili > Updated: 2026-08-20T17:40:19.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 2. Imprisoned former Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili has alleged that Bidzina Ivanishvili, founder of the ruling Georgian Dream party, is pressuring him to confess to crimes he claims he did not commit. Garibashvili shared an unsigned letter on social media, asserting it was sent on Ivanishvili’s instructions. The letter reportedly offered a compromise regarding corruption cases: Garibashvili would admit to the charges and receive a five-year sentence, which would be absorbed into his existing sentence for a money laundering case. Garibashvili characterized the proposal as an ‘insurance mechanism’ intended to prevent his return to politics and described it as a ‘dirty plan to destroy me and my family’. In response to these claims, Georgian Dream regional secretary Dimitri Samkharadze questioned the validity of the allegations, noting that the letter’s content suggested Garibashvili was not a devoted supporter. Other observers, such as philosopher Archil Gamzardia, suggested the conflict might stem from Garibashvili expecting different support from Ivanishvili during his legal proceedings. ## Claims - Irakli Garibashvili claims he was offered a deal to admit to corruption in exchange for a five-year sentence and a ban from politics. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Dimitri Samkharadze suggests that the letter implies Mindaradze was not a loyal supporter of Garibashvili. (corroborated by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-20: Health officials issue guidance on sun protection and UV risks Health officials warn against the risks of UV radiation, including skin cancer and cataracts, and recommend using SPF 30+ sunscreen, protective clothing, and limiting sun exposure during peak hours. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/irakli-garibashvili-claims-corruption-deal-was-offered-to-him ### 2026-08-17: Irakli Garibashvili alleges pressure from Bidzina Ivanishvili to confess to crimes Former Georgian PM Irakli Garibashvili claims Bidzina Ivanishvili is pressuring him to falsely confess to corruption charges to prevent his return to politics. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/irakli-garibashvili-alleges-pressure-from-bidzina-ivanishvili-to-confess-to-crimes --- Cite as: Legal and political dispute involving Irakli Garibashvili. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/legal-and-political-dispute-involving-irakli-garibashvili