After the unfulfilled ‘peaceful revolution’ of 4 October, Georgia’s anti-government movement continues amidst debate, repression, and uncertainty.
The ruling party is expanding its previously announced intentions to ban opposition parties.
Georgia is witnessing two historic events: a partial boycott and a ‘peaceful revolution’ announced by some opposition members.
Zviad Kuprava was detained ahead of the 4 October elections and the same-day anti-government demonstration announced by some opposition figures.
While some Georgians will vote in partially boycotted municipal elections on 4 October, calls for a ‘peaceful revolution’ are also being made.
Georgian Dream has publicly declared its intention to ban the main opposition parties.
Levan Khabeishvili, a member of the former ruling United National Movement (UNM) party, offered riot police $200,000 not to disperse protesters.
