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Papuashvili Blasts Swedish MP Over Support for Protests

Georgian Dream Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili has condemned Swedish MP Erik Ottoson for a recent video message supporting "anti-government" demonstrations in Georgia, accusing him of interfering in the country's internal affairs. (more)

Protester Who Climbed onto Police Car Faces Up to 7 Years in Prison

Tbilisi City Court has ordered the pre-trial detention of Tamar Lortkipanidze, a protester who climbed onto the roof of a police car during the October 22 rally on Rustaveli Avenue. (more)

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"Interior Ministry Says 60 Protesters Detained Over Past Three Days" (more)

Eight Opposition Parties Don't Recognise Local Elections as Legitimate, Refuse to Participate

Boycott or participate in local elections? This question has fractured Georgia's pro-Western opposition forces. Eight opposition parties have announced they will not take part in the local self-government elections scheduled for October 4. (more)