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Majority of Georgians Support Ongoing Protests, ISSA Study Finds
More than half of Georgia's population backs the continuation of anti-government protests, according to the latest nationwide survey by the Institute for Social Studies and Analysis (ISSA). The study, conducted between May 5 and 20, reveals that 53% of respondents support the ongoing demonstrations, with 32% expressing strong approval.
In Georgia's regions, support remains high. While 46.5% favor the protests, 36.5% oppose them. Notably, the proportion of those firmly for and firmly against the protests is almost equal outside the capital.
The findings are based on face-to-face interviews with 2,000 adults across the country. The survey has a margin of error of ±2.2% and a 95% confidence level. Responses were weighted according to key demographics - such as age, gender, education level, and place of residence - as well as voting patterns from the 2024 parliamentary elections.
The research was conducted by ISSA in collaboration with the U.S.-based Rosner Research LLC.
Eter Liparteliani Becomes Georgia's First Female Judo World Champion
Eter Liparteliani has made history by becoming the first Georgian woman to win a gold medal at the Judo World Championship. Competing in Budapest, Liparteliani claimed the world champion title after defeating Japan's Momo Tamaoki by ippon in the final match.
The Georgian judoka showcased dominant form throughout the tournament, winning every bout by ippon. On her path to the final, she overcame Ju Kim (South Korea), Daria Kurbonmamadova (Russia), Pihla Salonen (Finland), and Maýsa Pardayeva (Turkmenistan), before securing a decisive victory over Tamaoki in the final.
The 2025 Judo World Championship has been underway in Budapest since June 13, bringing together top athletes from around the globe. Liparteliani's achievement marks a historic milestone for Georgian judo and sets a new standard for future generations.
