Summary
Protesters in Georgia tried to enter the presidential palace in Tbilisi, leading to clashes with police. Security forces used water cannons and pepper spray to control the crowd, protesting against the ruling party's recent actions.
Key Facts
- The protest took place in Tbilisi, Georgia's capital city.
- Police used water cannons and pepper spray to disperse the protesters.
- The protest was against the ruling Georgian Dream party, accused by the opposition of stealing last year's election.
- The country paused its talks about joining the European Union.
- Local elections happened on the same day of the protest, with the opposition boycotting them.
- Tens of thousands of protesters participated, waving Georgian and EU flags.
- Protest organizers called for the arrest of six leaders from the Georgian Dream party.
- The protest occurred after recent government crackdowns on activists, media, and political opposition.
