The United Kingdom has imposed sanctions on five senior Georgian officials in response to the government's handling of recent protests.
The United Kingdom has announced sanctions against five senior Georgian officials following the government’s controversial response to recent protests. These demonstrations broke out after the Georgian government suspended negotiations on the country’s EU accession bid.
The sanctions target high-ranking officials from Georgia's Interior Ministry, accusing them of overseeing the violent police actions against protesters. Reports of excessive force by law enforcement during the demonstrations have drawn widespread international condemnation, prompting the UK to take action.
The protests began after Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze announced the suspension of EU accession talks, citing "blackmail and manipulation" by EU politicians. The decision has fueled tensions and raised concerns over Georgia’s future relationship with the European Union.
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