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Georgia's security service warns of possible casualties at protests before presidential election

Georgia's security service warns of possible casualties at protests before presidential election

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In Georgia, there have been "quiet" arrests of activists

In Georgia, there have been "quiet" arrests of activists

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There is no confirmation yet: the Ukrainian embassy is monitoring the issue of possible detention of a Ukrainian in Tbilisi

There is no confirmation yet: the Ukrainian embassy is monitoring the issue of possible detention of a Ukrainian in Tbilisi

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Protesters in Tbilisi turned a Christmas tree into a symbol of resistance

Protesters in Tbilisi turned a Christmas tree into a symbol of resistance

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Georgia plans to ban covering its face at rallies and actions

Georgia plans to ban covering its face at rallies and actions

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Unknown assailants in black attacked journalists and protesters in Tbilisi

Unknown assailants in black attacked journalists and protesters in Tbilisi

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Case of riots at rallies in Tbilisi: the number of detainees increased to 28

Case of riots at rallies in Tbilisi: the number of detainees increased to 28

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Another fifty people were detained during the night dispersal of protests in Tbilisi

Another fifty people were detained during the night dispersal of protests in Tbilisi

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Special forces dispersed protesters near the Georgian parliament: what is happening

Special forces dispersed protesters near the Georgian parliament: what is happening

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The Foreign Ministry responded to the message about the detention of a Ukrainian in Georgia

The Foreign Ministry responded to the message about the detention of a Ukrainian in Georgia

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Ukrainian detained during anti - government protests in Tbilisi-mass media

Ukrainian detained during anti - government protests in Tbilisi-mass media

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Georgian prime minister promises to "eradicate" the "liberal-fascist" opposition, but protests in the country continue

Georgian prime minister promises to "eradicate" the "liberal-fascist" opposition, but protests in the country continue

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Kobakhidze, Ivanishvili and others: who among Georgia's top officials are on Ukraine's sanctions list

Kobakhidze, Ivanishvili and others: who among Georgia's top officials are on Ukraine's sanctions list

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Zelensky: Georgia's current government is working for russia, Ukraine is preparing sanctions

Zelensky: Georgia's current government is working for russia, Ukraine is preparing sanctions

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Guardian and Observer journalists go on strike to protest possible sale of Sunday edition

Guardian and Observer journalists go on strike to protest possible sale of Sunday edition

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About 300 people detained during protest actions in Georgia

About 300 people detained during protest actions in Georgia

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Sixth night of protests in Tbilisi: journalists were injured during clashes

Sixth night of protests in Tbilisi: journalists were injured during clashes

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In Tbilisi, special forces again disperse protesters with water cannons and tear gas: what is known

In Tbilisi, special forces again disperse protesters with water cannons and tear gas: what is known

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Demonstrations in Georgia, interior ministry data: 34 protesters detained in Tbilisi, 12 injured among police officers

Demonstrations in Georgia, interior ministry data: 34 protesters detained in Tbilisi, 12 injured among police officers

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26 victims in Tbilisi: clashes with police and Molotov cocktails

26 victims in Tbilisi: clashes with police and Molotov cocktails

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Georgia to change scandalous law on “foreign agents” together with the Council of Europe

Georgia to change scandalous law on “foreign agents” together with the Council of Europe

Georgian authorities will set up a working group with the Council of Europe to amend the law on “foreign agents. ” Prime Minister Kobakhidze promised to release most of the detained protesters and stop the use of force.

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Today, more than 10 protest marches have been announced in Tbilisi: everyone from football fans to veterinarians will march

Today, more than 10 protest marches have been announced in Tbilisi: everyone from football fans to veterinarians will march

More than 10 marches are planned in the Georgian capital for the 18th day of protests against the suspension of EU accession negotiations. Participants include Real Madrid and Barcelona fans, What? Where? When? players, veterinarians, and IT professionals.

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Main Christmas tree lighting ceremony canceled in Tbilisi

Main Christmas tree lighting ceremony canceled in Tbilisi

The New Year's tree lighting ceremony near the Tbilisi parliament was postponed due to an opposition protest. The President offered to move the event to her residence, but the mayor criticized the idea.

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Nobody chose anyone: Georgian President Zurabishvili reacts to the election of a new leader of the country

Nobody chose anyone: Georgian President Zurabishvili reacts to the election of a new leader of the country

The current President of Georgia, Salome Zurabishvili, called the election of the new President, Mikheil Kavelashvili, illegitimate.

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Tbilisi protests against presidential candidate without higher education

Tbilisi protests against presidential candidate without higher education

Protesters against the only presidential candidate, Mikheil Kavelashvili, gathered near the Georgian parliament. The demonstrators came with diplomas, emphasizing the candidate's lack of higher education.

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Protests in Tbilisi ahead of single-candidate presidential election

Protests in Tbilisi ahead of single-candidate presidential election

Protesters gathered near the Georgian parliament ahead of the presidential election with a single candidate from the ruling party. The protests erupted after the announcement of the termination of negotiations with the EU, and the current president refuses to leave office.

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Even bad weather does not stop pro-European protest in Batumi

Even bad weather does not stop pro-European protest in Batumi

A mass rally in favor of Georgia's European integration continues in the center of Batumi, despite strong winds and heavy rain. The protesters were joined by sailors and psychologists, and a delegation of the European Parliament arrived in Tbilisi to support the rally.

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Georgian President accuses Tbilisi mayor of provocation over plans to light Christmas tree amid protests

Georgian President accuses Tbilisi mayor of provocation over plans to light Christmas tree amid protests

Salome Zurabishvili criticized the Tbilisi mayor's plans to light the Christmas tree during protests near the parliament. The President proposed to postpone the celebration to December 17 and change the location.

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Protests in Georgia: MEPs attend pro-European rally in Tbilisi

Protests in Georgia: MEPs attend pro-European rally in Tbilisi

The European Parliament delegation arrives in Tbilisi and supports a pro-European rally on Rustaveli Avenue. The protesters demand sanctions against the Georgian Dream, and MEPs recognize only the institution of the president as legitimate.

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Protests in Georgia: civil servants join protesters

Protests in Georgia: civil servants join protesters

Public sector workers in Georgia joined 14 days of protests near the parliament. In response, the government is preparing amendments to the law that will make it more difficult for fired civil servants to return to work.

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Georgia's security service warns of possible casualties at protests before presidential election

Georgia's security service warns of possible casualties at protests before presidential election

Georgia's security service has announced plans by “destructive forces” to escalate the situation in the country before the December 14 presidential election. Seven activists have already been detained in Tbilisi and Kutaisi after a peaceful protest.

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In Georgia, there have been "quiet" arrests of activists

In Georgia, there have been "quiet" arrests of activists

In Tbilisi and Kutaisi, seven activists were detained after a peaceful protest rally on Rustaveli Avenue. Among the detainees are a well-known pediatrician and a presidential scholarship recipient, and there are also reports of anonymous threats against the protesters.

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There is no confirmation yet: the Ukrainian embassy is monitoring the issue of possible detention of a Ukrainian in Tbilisi

There is no confirmation yet: the Ukrainian embassy is monitoring the issue of possible detention of a Ukrainian in Tbilisi

The Ukrainian Embassy in Georgia is investigating reports of the detention of a Ukrainian citizen during the protests in Tbilisi. The fact of the detained person's Ukrainian citizenship has not yet been confirmed by the Georgian side.

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Protesters in Tbilisi turned a Christmas tree into a symbol of resistance

Protesters in Tbilisi turned a Christmas tree into a symbol of resistance

Near the Georgian parliament, activists decorated the Christmas tree with flags and photos of victims of previous protests. The frame of the Christmas tree was decorated with flags of Georgia, Ukraine, the EU and the United States, as well as photos of journalists and activists.

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Georgia plans to ban covering its face at rallies and actions

Georgia plans to ban covering its face at rallies and actions

The pro-government Georgian Dream party plans to ban covering your face at rallies and actions. The decision was made after a series of attacks on journalists, during which more than 56 media representatives were injured.

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Unknown assailants in black attacked journalists and protesters in Tbilisi

Unknown assailants in black attacked journalists and protesters in Tbilisi

A series of attacks on journalists and citizens took place in the center of Tbilisi, including a cameraman, a journalist and an actor. The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia has opened a criminal case, the attackers are compared to "titushki".

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Case of riots at rallies in Tbilisi: the number of detainees increased to 28

Case of riots at rallies in Tbilisi: the number of detainees increased to 28

The Georgian Interior Ministry reported 28 detainees in connection with riots at protest actions in Tbilisi. Among those detained are actor Andro Chichinadze and comedian Onis Tskadadze, about 450 people were detained in just 9 days of actions.

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Another fifty people were detained during the night dispersal of protests in Tbilisi

Another fifty people were detained during the night dispersal of protests in Tbilisi

The Georgian Interior Ministry detained 48 people during the dispersal of a protest rally in Tbilisi, including a journalist and a politician. The Ombudsman stated that there are no legal grounds for interfering in a peaceful rally.

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Special forces dispersed protesters near the Georgian parliament: what is happening

Special forces dispersed protesters near the Georgian parliament: what is happening

In Tbilisi, special forces forcibly pushed protesters away from the parliament building and are detaining them. Protests continue over the decision of the authorities to suspend the country's European integration.

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The Foreign Ministry responded to the message about the detention of a Ukrainian in Georgia

The Foreign Ministry responded to the message about the detention of a Ukrainian in Georgia

The embassy of Ukraine in Georgia checks reports of detention of a citizen of Ukraine during protests. Official requests were sent to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia to establish the identity and confirm the citizenship of the detainee.

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Ukrainian detained during anti - government protests in Tbilisi-mass media

Ukrainian detained during anti - government protests in Tbilisi-mass media

In Tbilisi, police detained a Ukrainian citizen during anti-government protests, seizing pepper spray and a phone. The detainee faces up to 9 years in prison on suspicion of organizing group violence.

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Georgian prime minister promises to "eradicate" the "liberal-fascist" opposition, but protests in the country continue

Georgian prime minister promises to "eradicate" the "liberal-fascist" opposition, but protests in the country continue

Irakli Kobakhidze called the opposition "liberal-fascist" and promised to destroy it. Thousands of protesters take to the streets of Tbilisi for the seventh day in a row, demanding a European course.

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Kobakhidze, Ivanishvili and others: who among Georgia's top officials are on Ukraine's sanctions list

Kobakhidze, Ivanishvili and others: who among Georgia's top officials are on Ukraine's sanctions list

The NSDC imposed 10-year sanctions against 19 representatives of the Georgian government, including Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze. The sanctions were imposed on politicians who support Putin's policies.

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Zelensky: Georgia's current government is working for russia, Ukraine is preparing sanctions

Zelensky: Georgia's current government is working for russia, Ukraine is preparing sanctions

The President of Ukraine discussed strategic issues of international security with the head of the GUR. Zelenskyy announces sanctions against the Georgian government for its pro-russian stance.

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Guardian and Observer journalists go on strike to protest possible sale of Sunday edition

Guardian and Observer journalists go on strike to protest possible sale of Sunday edition

500 journalists from The Guardian and The Observer have begun a 48-hour strike over the possible sale of the Observer to Tortoise Media. The employees oppose the separation of the two publications, which have existed together since 1791.

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About 300 people detained during protest actions in Georgia

About 300 people detained during protest actions in Georgia

During the night, 22 protesters were detained in Georgia, 15 people were hospitalized. The total number of people detained since the beginning of the protests has reached 293, and 162 people have been injured.

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Sixth night of protests in Tbilisi: journalists were injured during clashes

Sixth night of protests in Tbilisi: journalists were injured during clashes

Three journalists were injured during protests against the termination of EU accession negotiations in Tbilisi. Security forces dispersed the protesters with water cannons and tear gas.

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In Tbilisi, special forces again disperse protesters with water cannons and tear gas: what is known

In Tbilisi, special forces again disperse protesters with water cannons and tear gas: what is known

Thousands of people gathered outside the Georgian parliament to protest against the "Georgian Dream". Special forces use water cannons and tear gas, and protesters respond with fireworks and water.

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Demonstrations in Georgia, interior ministry data: 34 protesters detained in Tbilisi, 12 injured among police officers

Demonstrations in Georgia, interior ministry data: 34 protesters detained in Tbilisi, 12 injured among police officers

The Georgian Interior Ministry reported 34 law enforcement officers detained and 12 injured during protests in Tbilisi. In 5 days, 147 victims were taken to medical institutions, one protester is in critical condition.

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26 victims in Tbilisi: clashes with police and Molotov cocktails

26 victims in Tbilisi: clashes with police and Molotov cocktails

In the center of Tbilisi, clashes broke out between protesters and police, as a result of which 26 people were hospitalized. The police detained 5 people, including a man who threw a Molotov cocktail at law enforcement officers.

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