Georgia's Protests Escalate Amid Accusations of Election Fraud
Tensions rise in Tbilisi as police dismantle protest camps over accusations of rigged elections, prompting calls for new votes and further demonstrations.
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Police clashed with protesters in Tbilisi, Georgia, as they attempted to break up camps set up by demonstrators contesting the October 26 election results. The governing Georgian Dream party has faced accusations of electoral fraud and authoritarianism, with opposition leaders promising to continue protests. President Zourabichvili has filed a lawsuit against the election outcomes, highlighting a fractured political landscape viewed as critical for Georgia's aspirations towards EU integration. The situation has gained international attention, with calls for investigations from the EU and the US, amid an atmosphere of increasing tension.
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