The events in Georgia, which occur after the government's decision to postpone European integration by 2029, have become one of the largest protests in recent years. Citizens actively express their dissatisfaction, demanding a return to the pro -European course.
The main details: protests began after the dubious election results and the government decision to move to the EU. Collisions with police: in Tbilisi, Batumi and other cities, protesters use fireworks, laser pointers, and in some cases Molotov's cocktails. The police are in line with water -guns, tear gas and rubber balls. Arson of the police: according to the video of the IMEDI TV channel, protesters could set fire to the cabin of the police machine with a ignition mixture.
President Salome Zurabishvili: Supported peaceful protest, saying that he should remain spontaneous and without politicians. She called for legal assistance to the detainees. Caucasian Legion: Fighters who are fighting against the Russian Federation on the side of Ukraine have declared their readiness to return to Georgia to protect the population. However, Zurabishvili denied such plans, calling them provocation. Baltic States: Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia leaders have announced plans to impose sanctions against Georgian politicians responsible for protesters' violence. EU Position: Brussels has not yet received an official comment yet, but it is known that the delay in the process of Georgia's European integration is critically perceived. Power acceleration: protests on November 29 and the following days were accompanied by police actions, which led to two hundred detentions. Building barricades: people are erecting barricades in the center of Tbilisi and other cities, trying to withstand security forces.
Events in Georgia show serious dissatisfaction with citizens with a government rate. This can have far -reaching consequences for the country's political stability and its international reputation.
