A Russia-like crackdown has jailed dozens in Georgia, with human rights groups sounding the alarm

A Russia-like crackdown has jailed dozens in Georgia

The political turmoil follows a parliamentary election that was won by the ruling Georgian Dream party, although its opponents allege the vote was rigged

A Russia-like crackdown has jailed dozens in Georgia, with human rights groups sounding the alarm

Over 40 Georgians have been jailed on criminal charges stemming from anti-government protests that have roiled the South Caucasus nation for weeks. The ruling Georgian Dream party is cracking down

The rallies entered their 68th day on Monday, while the ruling party, Georgian Dream, announced the strengthening of its repressive arsenal.

Two opposition politicians were arrested during protests against the government in Tbilisi. Brussels said: "Georgia falls short of all expectations of a candidate for accession."

Police in Georgia turn increasingly brutal as mass protests over ending EU talks enter second week – The Associated Press – Corruption By Cops

Police in Georgia turn increasingly brutal as mass protests over ending EU talks enter second week  The Associated Press Source link

The situation with Georgian journalist Mzia Amaglobeli, who has been on hunger strike for three weeks, “requires urgent action,” said Michael O'Flaherty, Commissioner for Human Rights of the Council of Europe. “It's not just a matter of freedom and imprisonment — it's a matter of life and death. And I very much hope that the [Georgian] authorities will act with the necessary speed in this extremely difficult situation,” O'Flaherty said in a com…