Tbilisi Tide
This chronicle is dedicated to the situation unfolding in Georgia from spring 2024.
We cover the protests on-site, to analyse the intricacies of European integration.
Civil Society and Protests
May 9, 2024
In Tbilisi, protesters face escalating violence and acts of intimidation, reportedly used by the ruling party to hinder demonstrations against the law on “foreign influence”.
Civil Society and Protests
May 8, 2024
Opponents of Georgia’s “Russian-style law” were attacked, as the ruling party discredited protesters. The State Security Service warns to hold them accountable for provocation.
Civil Society and Protests
May 7-8, 2024
The Georgian Dream party adopts the “no Russian law” stance but uses intimidation and violence against protesters.
Civil Society and Protests
May 6, 2024
Protests in Tbilisi persist despite tear gas and rubber bullets as an example of unprecedented solidarity on the streets.
Civil Society and Protests
May 2, 2024
Tbilisi protesters caused a traffic blockade at Heroes Square. Despite police attempts, the crowd was too large to be dispersed.
Civil Society and ProtestsParliament
May 1, 2024
A protest against the bill on “foreign influence” drew 85,000 people. Clashes with law enforcement led to injuries.
Civil Society and Protests
April 29, 2024
Georgian Dream party held a rally mobilizing thousands of its supporters. Critics say Georgia is diverging from its European aspirations.
Civil Society and ProtestsParliament
April 29, 2024
The Legal Affairs Committee approved the Russian-style law on “foreign influence” in its second hearing. The opposition was suppressed, which led to civil society outcry.
Civil Society and Protests
April 28, 2024
Thousands rallied at Rose Revolution Square advocating “Yes to Europe, No to Russian Law,” highlighting the tensions between European aspirations and Russian influence.
European integration
April 25, 2024
The EU Parliament condemns Georgia’s draft law on “foreign influence”, calls for sanctions and demands the release of ex-president Saakashvili. Georgian leaders dismiss this resolution.
Civil Society and ProtestsEuropean integrationParliament
April 4, 2024 – May 4, 2024
Georgia’s ruling party reintroduces a bill on “foreign influence” that had been withdrawn a year ago. It is seen by many protesters as a choice between European integration and affiliation with Russia.
