Georgia live updates | A subdued holiday spirit as protests continue

Georgia live updates | A subdued holiday spirit as protests continue

We continue our live coverage of the fallout and widespread protests over Georgia’s EU accession U-turn.

Last Updated: 25 December 2024

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Members of the Evangelical-Baptist Church of Georgia standing in front of the Georgian Parliament following a protest march at 2:00. Photo: Mariam Nikuradze/OC Media. 

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