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Zelenskyy imposes sanctions on Georgia's government: Pro-EU protests escalate!
Ukrainian sanctions against Georgia's leadership over violence against pro-EU protests. Zelenskyy calls for support for Georgia.
Zelenskyy imposes sanctions on Georgia's government: Pro-EU protests escalate!
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has targeted the highest Georgian government officials with a bang! In a decisive move to stop Russia's influence in Georgia, sanctions have been imposed on Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze and the billionaire founder of the ruling Georgian Dream party, Bidzina Ivanishvili. These measures follow a week of protests sparked by Kobakhidze's decision to delay EU membership talks until 2028. The anger of the citizens in Tbilisi is palpable as they defend themselves against the supposed submission to the Kremlin!
The sanctions, which Zelenskyy announced on Thursday, target 19 members of the government, including the head of Georgia's secret service and the interior minister. In an impassioned video on Telegram, he explained that these measures were aimed at the parts of the government that are handing Georgia over to Russian President Vladimir Putin. Ukraine, under pressure since Russia invaded in 2022, will impose 10-year restrictions on financial operations and property rights in Ukraine.
Protests and international reactions
The situation in Georgia is escalating! Protests have intensified since the Georgian Dream party's controversial election victory on October 26, which many see as influenced by Russia. Citizens are angry about Russian laws that attack civil society and independent media. In recent days, about 300 protesters, including opposition leaders, have been arrested while resisting police brutality.
The international community is also reacting sharply! US Secretary of State Antony Blinken condemned the Georgian government's "brutal and unjustified violence" and warned of possible sanctions against those who undermine democratic processes. The Netherlands is also calling for an investigation into the Georgian government and the suspension of visa-free regulations with the EU. Meanwhile, Georgia's President Salome Zurabichvili is trying to challenge the election results and calls for support for the pro-EU movement. Geopolitical tensions in the region are rising, and the world is watching intently!