Protests overtook the streets of Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, after the government paused its efforts to join the European Union.

Massive protests erupted in Georgia over the government’s decision to suspend the country’s bid to join the European Union. Authorities clamped down hard on the demonstrations, prompting condemnation from the US: Police fired tear gas and used water cannons, and more than 40 people were injured on Saturday, officials said.

The ancient streets of Georgia's capital city were again choked with smoke on Sunday night, as anti-government protests continued into a fourth consecutive night.

Days of protests have rocked Georgia following the government’s controversial decision to delay the former Soviet country’s bid to join the European Union.

Protesters gathers across Georgia for the fourth night after police used water cannon yesterday in a crackdown.

Demonstrators use firecrackers against police during a rally in Tbilisi, 2 December, 2024