Ecuador seizes over $300 million in properties from armed group
Ecuadorian authorities have seized more than $313 million in real estate assets from the armed group Comandos de la Frontera, or “Border Command,”...
Tensions in Georgia have escalated as thousands of protesters gathered in Tbilisi to voice opposition to the government's decision to delay European Union accession talks until 2028. This move, announced by Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, has ignited widespread anger in a country where EU membership is seen as a key path to future development and stability.
On Friday, November 29, thousands of protesters flooded the streets of Tbilisi, demanding the government reverse its decision to postpone EU accession talks until 2028. The announcement, made by Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, has drawn strong criticism in a nation where approximately 80% of the population supports joining the EU. Kobakhidze defended the decision, stating that Georgia would pursue EU membership on its own terms, without relying on the EU's goodwill. He emphasized that Georgia's goal is to join the EU by 2030, despite the challenges ahead.
In response to EU pressure, Georgia has also chosen to reject any financial aid from Brussels until 2028. However, the government remains committed to fulfilling its obligations under the EU's Free Trade Agreement, aiming to complete 90% of these commitments by 2028. Kobakhidze assured the public that Georgia would enter the EU with a strong economy and democratic system, not by pleading for membership.
The European Parliament, meanwhile, has criticized Georgia's October 2023 parliamentary elections, citing significant irregularities and calling for new elections under international supervision. The European body has also urged sanctions against Georgian officials, including Prime Minister Kobakhidze, and recommended reducing official contact with the Georgian government.
The protests have expanded beyond Tbilisi, signaling growing discontent with both the government’s EU membership delay and accusations of election fraud. President Salome Zurabishvili and opposition parties have called for the annulment of the election results, claiming they were tainted by fraud. Despite these allegations, Prime Minister Kobakhidze maintains that the elections were fair and accuses the opposition of attempting to destabilize the country.
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