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Protesters burned an effigy of the ruling Georgia Dream party’s founder, and over 100 individuals have been detained amid reports of police brutality. Diplomatic tensions have risen as Western nations, including the U.S., have expressed concern and called for investigation. The European Union also expressed regret over the move.
The crisis underscores Georgia’s precarious geopolitical position, caught between seeking closer ties with Western institutions and pressure from Moscow. The protests highlight widespread public support for EU integration, making the government’s stance increasingly unpopular. As tensions escalate, questions about Georgia’s future direction—whether toward Euro-Atlantic integration or closer alignment with Russia—remain unresolved.