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Protesters have begun to gather outside the parliament building on Rustaveli Avenue, blocking the road. A demonstration is expected to take place there at 16:00.

Protesters carrying Georgian, EU, and US flags gather in front of the parliament building on Rustaveli Avenue. Photo: Robin Fabbro/OC Media.

Protesters have set up tents in front of parliament as part of the ongoing daily demonstrations against the ruling Georgian Dream govenrment. Photo: Robin Fabbro/OC Media.

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