US EditionGeorgian PM says protesters aimed to topple the government, accuses EU of meddling
Georgian Dream claims 80% of votes in elections boycotted by opposition amid protests of nearly 7,000 people and police clashes in Tbilisi, officials reported injuries on both sides.
- Police in Georgia used water cannons and pepper spray on Saturday to push back protesters attempting to storm the presidential palace during a municipal election.
- The main opposition blocs in Georgia boycotted the local election, contributing to the tensions on the streets amid a crackdown on dissent.
- The situation highlights the ongoing challenges to democratic processes in the South Caucasus country.
- This situation in Georgia is part of a broader crackdown on dissent, as reported by various sources.
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Tens of thousands gathered in Tbilisi on Saturday, election day, to march against repressive policies and Georgia's approach to Moscow's orbit Read
The clashes between dozens of protesters and police at the gates of the presidential palace in Tbilisi, on Saturday night, have served the Georgian government to try to criminalize the massive peaceful protests that, for more than a year, has called for opposition against its repressive policies. Prime Minister, pro-Russian Irakli Kobakhidze—who in December put a stop to the process of future accession of the country to the EU—has also stated th…
After the local elections in Georgia, the situation escalates. Thousands are protesting against the government – which now threatens the opposition openly.
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