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Protests in Georgia persist. Stay updated on the events of February 13-15, including key demands and developments, on Azat.tv.
Protests in Georgia intensified between January 20-24, 2024, driven by public dissatisfaction with the government’s policies and actions. Demonstrations across cities like Tbilisi, Batumi, and Zugdidi focused on key issues: the release of detained activists, opposition to the controversial “Foreign Agents” Law, and demands for free and fair elections. The case of journalist Mzia Amaghlobeli…
The demonstrations in Tbilisi on January 16-17, 2025, highlighted a pivotal moment in Georgia’s political crisis, drawing significant international attention and condemnation. These events underscored deep divisions within the Georgian government and its relations with citizens and global partners. The protests stemmed from accusations of election fraud, democratic decline, media suppression, and targeting of opposition…
The political climate in Georgia has become increasingly tense, marked by persistent domestic protests and mounting international criticism of the government’s trajectory. A series of events over the past few days underscores the growing concerns regarding democratic backsliding and the potential repercussions for Georgia’s relationship with the West. View on Threads The most prominent development…
Georgia is witnessing a surge in political tensions marked by protests, arrests, and calls for justice as citizens, activists, and opposition forces push back against what they perceive as increasing authoritarianism and systemic rights violations. On December 9, activist Sandro Kinkladze was sentenced to 12 days in prison for disobeying police orders, following his December…
Tensions in Georgia have reached a breaking point as protests, police raids, and arrests dominate the political landscape. Demonstrations in Tbilisi and other major cities like Batumi, Kutaisi, and Zugdidi show no signs of abating as opposition leaders, activists, and journalists face escalating crackdowns by law enforcement. The day’s events began with reports of raids…
On December 3, Georgia became the stage for escalating tensions as citizens continued their fight for democracy and European integration. A series of key events unfolded throughout the day, reflecting the intensity of the ongoing protests and their impact on both the nation and the international community. The evening saw heightened violence as special forces…
Tbilisi has become the epicenter of escalating political unrest as protests intensify across the city, marked by tear gas, arrests, and defiant chants of “until the end” from demonstrators. What began as localized gatherings has transformed into a multi-front movement, with protests spreading to key areas like Rustaveli Avenue, Chavchavadze Avenue, and beyond. The night…
The third consecutive day of protests on Rustaveli Avenue in Tbilisi saw an escalation of tensions as demonstrators clashed with authorities, expressing outrage over the Georgian Dream (GD) party’s decision to delay EU accession talks until 2028. The protests, sparked by this foreign policy U-turn, have drawn criticism from both international observers and local institutions,…
