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Protests erupted across Georgia after the ruling Georgian Dream party suspended EU accession talks and refused EU budgetary grants, effectively halting the country’s bid to join the bloc until 2028.

Thousands demonstrated in cities like Tbilisi and Batumi, with over 100 arrested amid clashes with police involving tear gas and water cannons.

Outgoing President Salome Zourabichvili called the government illegitimate and accused it of turning toward Russia against public will.

    • Paragone@lemmy.world
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      17 days ago

      This story is about Russia gaining grip in Georgia, not losing grip…

      read the actual post you’re replying-to, eh?

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