Violent protests against the decision to freeze negotiations on the country's accession to the European Union until 2028 continue in the capital of Georgia. For the second day, Tbilisi has been rocked by protests that have escalated into violent clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement.

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside the parliament building, demanding a review of the government's course, accusing it of "betraying" national interests and abandoning European integration. The situation escalated when riot police began to disperse the crowd with water cannons and tear gas. In response, stones, fireworks and bottles were thrown at the police.

According to local media, the clashes were chaotic and some protesters managed to break through to the parliament fences, after which they were stopped by special forces. However, there is no official data on the number of detainees and victims.

The decision to freeze talks with the EU has resonated not only in Georgia but also on the international stage. European officials have expressed regret over the move, but stressed that the initiative must come from Georgia itself. Meanwhile, analysts attribute Tbilisi’s policy to strengthening ties with Moscow amid global tensions.

The Georgian opposition has already accused the government of backtracking on its European integration course and demanded an immediate resumption of negotiations.