Massive Pro-Democracy Demonstrations in Tbilisi Face Police Crackdown
Large-scale protests continued in Tbilisi for the third consecutive day as citizens demanded the withdrawal of the 'Foreign Influence' bill. Riot police used flashbangs and pepper spray to clear Rustaveli Avenue after protesters refused to vacate the area near the Parliament building. Demonstrators have vowed to continue the strike until the legislation is permanently shelved.
Date: April 8, 2026
Location: Caucasus, Georgia
Conflict: Georgia Domestic Unrest
Category: protest
Severity: HIGH
Source: Civil Georgia