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    Georgia arrests three Chinese nationals for trying to buy uranium illegally, local media reports

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    Posted on October 25, 2025

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    Last updated: January 21, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    Three Chinese nationals were arrested in Georgia for attempting to buy uranium illegally, facing charges that could lead to 10-year imprisonment.

    Table of Contents

    • Details of the Arrest
    • Charges and Potential Penalties
    • Historical Context of Nuclear Security

    Three Chinese Nationals Arrested in Georgia for Illegal Uranium Purchase

    Details of the Arrest

    TBILISI (Reuters) -Georgia's internal security service said on Saturday that it had arrested three Chinese citizens in the capital Tbilisi, for attempting to illegally purchase two kilograms of "nuclear material" uranium, Georgia's Interpress news agency reported.

    Charges and Potential Penalties

    Interpress cited the deputy head of Georgia's State Security Service as saying the three detainees had been planning to buy the uranium for $400,000 and transport it to China, via Russia. The uranium was "nuclear material", it said, without elaborating on the motive for the planned purchase.

    Historical Context of Nuclear Security

    It quoted the security official as saying that the detainees faced charges that could see them imprisoned for up to 10 years.

    The security of nuclear materials left over from the Soviet era was one of the biggest concerns after the 1991 fall of the Soviet Union, of which Georgia was a member. There have been several serious incidents involving the illicit trade in nuclear materials in Georgia over recent decades.

    In July, Georgia arrested one Georgian and one Turkish national, charged with the illegal purchase, possession and disposal of radioactive substances, which the national security service said could have been used to make a deadly bomb.

    (Reporting by Felix Light; Editing by Susan Fenton)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Three Chinese nationals arrested in Tbilisi for attempting to buy uranium.
    • •The uranium purchase was planned for $400,000.
    • •The detainees face up to 10 years in prison.
    • •Nuclear material security remains a concern post-Soviet Union.
    • •Previous incidents of nuclear material trade in Georgia noted.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Georgia arrests three Chinese nationals for trying to buy uranium illegally, local media reports

    1What is uranium?

    Uranium is a heavy metal used as fuel in nuclear reactors and in the manufacture of nuclear weapons. It is radioactive and must be handled with care.

    2What is nuclear security?

    Nuclear security refers to the measures taken to protect nuclear materials and facilities from theft, sabotage, or unauthorized access.

    3What are the penalties for illegal possession of nuclear materials?

    Penalties for illegal possession of nuclear materials can include significant prison sentences, often up to 10 years, depending on the jurisdiction and severity of the offense.

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