Georgia Protests: Thousands Oppose Controversial 'Foreign Agents' Law In Capital Tbilisi| Oneindia
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Georgia Protests: Thousands Oppose Controversial 'Foreign Agents' Law In Capital Tbilisi| Oneindia
Thousands of Georgians flooded the streets of Tbilisi in vehement opposition to a proposed bill dubbed "foreign agents," which they perceive as draconian and influenced by Russia.
The legislation mandates organizations receiving over 20% of funding from abroad to register as such or face penalties.
Georgian protesters hopeful of keeping European Union membership dream alive as they take to the streets in an 11th consecutive day of protests against the ruling Georgian Dream party in Tbilisi.
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Police have reportedly resorted to more heavy handed tactics in a bid to clamp down on the unrest with more than 400 protesters, including opposition leaders and activists, detained and more than 100 people treated for injuries.
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Thousands of protesters flooded the streets surrounding the Georgian Parliament to voice their objection to the ruling party's decision to suspend EU-accession talks.
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Thousands have protested in Tbilisi against the suspension of EU accession talks. Police have used water cannons and tear gas, with violence also directed at journalists.
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In Tbilisi, Georgia, clashes erupted as thousands of protesters rallied against the government's actions, throwing eggs at riot police and storming the parliament building. The protesters, many waving EU flags, gathered in the heart of the capital to voice their opposition to the government's controversial stance on EU membership and recent political decisions. The scene turned chaotic as masked individuals confronted the police, with some attempting to break into the parliament. The tensions highlight a growing discontent with the ruling government, as demonstrators demand greater accountability and alignment with European values. This marked a significant escalation in the ongoing protests that have gripped Georgia in recent weeks.
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Georgian opposition leader Nika Gvaramia was arrested by police during a raid on the Droa party office in Tbilisi, where he was tackled and taken away unconscious. The arrest follows a series of opposition office raids and protests over delays in EU membership.
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Georgia’s President Salome Zourabichvili has said she would veto the law if it is passed by parliament but the ruling party can override the veto by collecting 76 votes.
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