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Georgian anti-government protests continue amid intensified police crackdown


Published on 2024-12-11 05:00:56 - MSN
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The article from MSN discusses ongoing anti-government protests in Georgia, where demonstrators are rallying against a controversial "foreign agents" bill. This legislation, which critics argue mirrors oppressive Russian laws, requires organizations receiving more than 20% of their funding from abroad to register as foreign agents. The protests have escalated due to a severe police crackdown, with reports of police using water cannons, tear gas, and physical force against the protesters. The situation has drawn international attention, with concerns about the implications for Georgia's democratic freedoms and its aspirations towards European integration. The Georgian government's push for this law has been met with accusations of attempting to stifle dissent and align more closely with Moscow, despite public and international opposition.

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