Georgia: Opposition groups to protest in Sukhumi on May 30

Event

Opposition groups plan to hold an anti-government demonstration in Sukhumi on May 30. Opposition groups are particularly opposed to the sale of property to foreign nationals. They will also call for the resignation of the government of Abkhazia President Aslan Bzhania. The gathering site and start time are unclear. Demonstrators could gather in the city center, including near the People's Assembly.

Security forces will likely deploy to monitor the gathering. Localized road travel delays are possible near protest areas. Police could close roads to facilitate the action. Confrontations are possible should demonstrators ignore police orders to disperse.

Advice

Avoid the action as a precaution. Plan for some road travel delays.