Power & Grid Stability: Abkhazia suffered another blackout after a systemic failure at the Ingur HPP, the third major outage in two weeks, with officials saying the cause is tied to the emergency-control system rather than damaged units. Fuel Supply Pressure in Abkhazia: Despite a new batch of Russian gasoline arriving, drivers still face long queues and strict limits (20 liters per car), with authorities warning shipments can shift due to external factors. Trade & Border Friction: Azerbaijani truckers report weeks-long delays at Georgia’s Sarpi and Red Bridge checkpoints, saying documents are seized and no clear reasons are given, prompting an embassy request for clarification. Energy Corridor & Exports: KazMunaiGas plans to boost crude exports via the Baku–Tbilisi–Ceyhan pipeline by 31% in 2026 to about 1.7 million tonnes, supported by a new multi-year transit deal with SOCAR. Infrastructure Push: Georgia and the Asian Development Bank signed a $250m loan for the Tbilisi bypass road, aiming to speed up transport and reduce congestion. Logistics Disruption Risk: Black Sea security concerns are again highlighted as commercial shipping faces growing threats, adding pressure to regional commodity flows. Local Mobility: Georgia’s DOTD schedules road work across Southeast Georgia Aug 8–14, with overnight lane closures and traffic interruptions.