Georgians protest against 'Russian law' that will test the country's future direction
Thursday, 18 April 2024 () Thousands of people in Georgia have protested for the third consecutive night over a bill they say is inspired by laws used in authoritarian Russia to crush dissent.
Thousands of Georgians flooded the streets of Tbilisi in vehement opposition to a proposed bill dubbed "foreign agents," which they perceive as draconian and influenced by Russia. The legislation mandates organizations receiving over 20% of funding from abroad to register as such or face penalties.
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Critics fear it could be used to stifle the press and non-governmental organisations and derail the countryโs chances of joining the European Union. Georgia has been a candidate country since December 2023.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:49Published
Another night of violence has unfolded in Georgia as police have fired tear gas and stun grenades at protesters opposing a so-called "Russian law". Sky News
Thursday, 18 April 2024 ()
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