If You're Listening Putin or the EU? Georgia's big fight
Dec 18, 2024
In the streets of Tbilisi, citizens grapple with a pivotal decision: align with the EU or submit to Putin's influence. The ruling party's recent victory sparks protests as Georgia faces pressures from both West and East. Billionaire oligarch Bidzina Ivanishvili's allegiance to Russia raises concerns over the nation's sovereignty. Historical struggles for independence and a fervent desire for democratic reforms highlight the resilience of the Georgian people against external manipulation. It's a poignant tale of a nation at a geopolitical crossroads.
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Yanukovych's Extravagance
- Viktor Yanukovych, Ukraine's former president, fled to Moscow after protests.
- Protesters found his opulent mansion filled with luxury items, a golf course, and even a pirate ship.
Assad's Palace Looted
- Bashar al-Assad's palace was looted after he was deposed.
- The palace contained luxury cars and decadent gifts, highlighting the disparity between his wealth and the poverty of many Syrians.
Putin's Allies
- Allying with Vladimir Putin doesn't guarantee safety from revolution.
- Some leaders align with Putin out of fear of repercussions if they side with the West.