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Chaos in Georgia: protests escalate with hundreds arrested and many injured

Azerbaijani and former Georgian foreign ministers discuss bilateral ties

A telephone conversation took place between Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and former Georgian Foreign Minister Ilia Darchiashvili.

Georgian President seeks West's support in standoff with her own government

Georgia’s President Salome Zourabichvili urges Western nations to support the country’s EU integration as protests intensify over suspended accession talks, sparking clashes with police and allegations of government backsliding towards Russian influence.

Georgia police fire tear gas to scatter protesters, Russian agencies say

Police in Georgia fired water cannon and tear gas to disperse protesters in Tbilisi, the capital, who opposed the government's decision to suspend talks on joining the European Union, while some were detained, Russian agencies said on Monday.

Many thousands rally to oppose Georgian government after break with EU

Thousands protest in Tbilisi as Georgia halts EU talks, sparking clashes with police. Accusations of election fraud, mass resignations, and global condemnation deepen the crisis in the pro-Western nation.

Georgia detains more than 100 during anti-government protest

Georgia detains more than 100 people in Tbilisi after protests erupt over the government's decision to halt EU accession talks, sparking widespread anger amid clashes with riot police.

Police, pro-EU Georgians clash for second night at protests over accession freeze

Thousands of pro-EU protesters in Tbilisi clashed with police using water cannons and tear gas after Georgia's ruling party froze EU accession talks, sparking widespread outrage in the country.

Clashes erupt in Tbilisi as police confront protesters over EU talks suspension

Georgian dream mominates Kavelashvili for presidential election

Georgia’s ruling party, "Georgian Dream," has nominated Mikheil Kavelashvili as its presidential candidate for the upcoming election.

Georgian parliament opens amidst protests

Georgia’s parliament opened amid protests and an opposition boycott over disputed elections. Accusations of fraud and authoritarianism strain ties with the EU, raising concerns about the country’s democratic future and Western alignment.

Protests in Georgia intensify ahead of controversial parliamentary session

Protests erupted on Rustaveli Avenue in Tbilisi on the evening of November 24 and continued overnight as demonstrators opposed the legitimacy of Georgia's 11th convocation of parliament. The first parliamentary session, scheduled for November 25, has drawn criticism from the opposition.

First session of Georgia’s new parliament scheduled for 25 November

The ruling Dream party has vowed to proceed with the session despite widespread boycotts by opposition groups and ongoing constitutional disputes.

EU to Send Technical Mission to Georgia Over Election Concerns

The European Commission has announced plans to dispatch a technical mission to Georgia in the coming weeks to investigate alleged violations during the October 26 parliamentary elections.

The protest in Tbilisi was temporarily disbanded, organizers promise "surprises"

The protest on Melikishvili Avenue has been temporarily paused following a decision by opposition leaders. The announcement was made to rally participants by key figures from opposition parties.

Georgia detains 16 protesters after clashes over disputed election

Police in Georgia detained 16 people in the capital Tbilisi on Tuesday after clashing with protesters opposing the results of last month's parliamentary election, which the opposition and the pro-Western president say were rigged.

Thousands protest in Georgia as opposition challenges election results

Georgian Dream secured 54% of the vote, but President claims the election was stolen. Opposition parties allege violations, while the EU and US call for an investigation. The Kremlin denies any interference in the voting process.

US, EU call for probe after reports of Georgia election violations

The U.S. and EU are calling for a full investigation into Georgia's contested election, as President Zourabichvili urges protests over results that strengthen ties with Russia.

Georgian president delivers pro-EU message at opposition rally as election looms

Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili rallied thousands in Tbilisi with a strong pro-EU message ahead of the crucial October 26 election. The vote will decide whether Georgia strengthens ties with Russia or continues its pro-Western course.

Russia requests electricity imports from Azerbaijan, Georgia

Russia has approached Azerbaijan and Georgia with a request to import 600 MW of electricity in the event of an emergency

Georgia to Host Record Number of International Observers for Parliamentary Elections