The protest action near the parliament building in central Tbilisi went “beyond the norms established by law” and two police officers were injured as a result of the protesters’ violent actions. The statement was posted on the department’s website.
“Participants in the demonstration verbally and physically attacked police officers for several hours. “The protesters threw various objects and fireworks in their direction.” – the message said.
Police accused protesters of vandalism and arson, as well as damaging the doors of parliament. The Interior Ministry called on protesters to “refrain from illegal actions and follow the instructions” of the police, otherwise the ministry will “take action.”
Protests began in different cities in Georgia; In addition to Tbilisi, demonstrations are taking place in Gori, Telavi, Lagodekhi, Kutaisi, Zugdidi and Batumi. The demonstrations are related to the authorities’ decision not to start EU accession negotiations for four years, until 2028, and clashes began between security forces and protesters.
Georgian president Salome Zurabishvili He asked the police not to use force against the protesters. Clashes began between protesters and security forces and barricades began to go up on Rustaveli Avenue, RBC recalls.
