27 May 2019 | 09:36 AM UTC
Georgia: Daily opposition protests in Tbilisi May 27-June 15
The Alliance of Patriots of Georgia (APG) opposition party calls for daily protests in Tbilisi May 27-June 15; heightened security presence and traffic disruptions expected
Event
The Alliance of Patriots of Georgia (APG) opposition party is calling for daily protests to be held in Tbilisi from Monday, May 27, through Saturday, June 15, to demand a reduction in defense spending and a reallocation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) funds to local businesses. The daily protests are set to be held at Freedom square from 17:00 to 19:00 (local time).
Heightened security measures and localized traffic disruptions are to be expected in the vicinity of the demonstration site.
Advice
Individuals in Tbilisi are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
