Tens of thousands take to the streets of Tbilisi in anti-government protests on New Year's Eve
Tens of thousands of pro-Europe protesters rallied outside Georgia’s parliament building in the capital Tbilisi on Tuesday for the 34th consecutive day.
Anti-government protests erupted after the ruling Georgian Dream party announced a suspension in the country’s EU-bid a month ago.
Workers participating in a three-hour general strike called by opponents of the Georgian government were attacked in the street, reportedly by members of the ruling Georgian Dream party.
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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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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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On Monday, New Orleans kicked off its Carnival season with the Joan of Arc parade, just days after a deadly attack on New Year's Eve left 14 people dead.
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Tourists who traveled to New Orleans to celebrate New Year’s Eve recount the terrifying moments leading up to the deadly attack on Bourbon Street. A pickup truck, driven by 42-year-old Shamsud-Din Jabbar, plowed into a crowd of revelers, killing 10 people and injuring 35. Eyewitnesses describe hearing gunshots, screams, and seeing bodies under tarps as the tragedy unfolded in the heart of the French Quarter. Some narrowly escaped the chaos, attributing their safety to last-minute decisions. The horrific incident has left the festive streets of New Orleans in shock and mourning.
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President Joe Biden condemned the deadly attack on New Year’s Eve in New Orleans, expressing grief and promising full federal support. The FBI is investigating the suspect's ties to ISIS, as videos from the attacker revealed inspiration from the terror group. The attack left 15 dead and dozens injured, with authorities uncovering explosives in the suspect's vehicle.
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Zourabichvili has vowed to stay on as president after her six-year term ends on Monday, describing parliament as illegitimate and having no authority to select her successor.
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Mikhail Kavelashvili, a former Manchester City footballer, has been elected as the new president of Georgia, with over 200 MPs backing his candidacy. This marks a significant shift as Georgia's presidential elections have traditionally been held by popular vote. However, Kavelashvili’s appointment has sparked protests from the opposition, accusing the ruling party of undermining democracy. As Kavelashvili steps into office, the country faces growing tension between pro-EU opposition and the ruling Georgian Dream party, further fueling political unrest. Will Kavelashvili’s presidency bring stability or deepen the divide in Georgia?
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