On the 100th day of continuous protests, Rustaveli Avenue was blocked. Citizens gathered again near the parliament building. They were also joined by citizens marching from the Public Broadcaster and Tbilisi State University.
“Georgia, rise up, rebel”; “Police everywhere, justice nowhere” – the protesters chanted.
The public is still demanding new elections and the release of those illegally detained during the protests.
Today marks the 100th consecutive day of pro-European Union (EU) protests in Georgia, with citizens persistently rallying in the capital city, Tbilisi, and other regions, advocating for the nation’s integration into the EU. The demonstrations began in late November 2024, following the government’s announcement to suspend EU accession talks until 2028, a decision that ignited widespread public dissent.
The November demonstrations were met with a heavy-handed response from law enforcement. Over 300 individuals were detained within the first week of protests, with allegations of excessive force and brutality by the police. International bodies, including the United Nations and the European Union, expressed concern over the government’s handling of the situation, urging respect for citizens’ rights to peaceful assembly and expression.
Escalation and Political Turmoil
The political landscape further destabilized following the October 26 parliamentary elections, which opposition parties and international observers criticized for significant irregularities. The opposition accused the ruling party of electoral fraud, leading to heightened tensions and bolstering the pro-EU protests.
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