Newshour Georgia to outlaw main opposition parties.
Oct 5, 2025
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Georgia's Drift Toward Authoritarianism
- Georgia's government is moving sharply away from its pro-EU trajectory, triggering sustained protests.
- The prime minister's threat to outlaw opposition parties signals deepening authoritarian consolidation.
Opposition Leader's Firsthand Account
- Giga Lemonjava describes 311 days of continuous protest after the government said it would halt EU accession talks.
- He recounts arrests, alleged torture and degrading treatment of protesters to illustrate state repression.
What The Opposition Wants From The EU
- The opposition urges the EU to offer strategic clarity and targeted sanctions against regime figures like Ivanishvili.
- They argue clear signals and punitive measures would undercut regime propaganda and impunity.
