In a significant escalation of Georgia's ongoing political unrest, prosecutors have charged five opposition leaders with attempting to overthrow the government. This follows a wave of protests in the capital, Tbilisi, marked by clashes between demonstrators and police forces.
The demonstrations were sparked by accusations of electoral fraud and claims of authoritarianism against the ruling Georgian Dream party. These tensions reflect deeper divisions within the country, as it grapples with its historical alignment between the West and Russia.
The ruling party's decision to halt European Union accession talks has further strained relations with Western nations, amid criticisms of the party's perceived tilt towards Moscow, highlighting the complexities of Georgia's political landscape.