12 Oct 2018 | 08:22 PM UTC
Georgia: Demonstrations in Tbilisi on October 13-14
Demonstration in Tbilisi against Russian-sponsored event on October 13-14; heightened security presence and traffic disruptions to be expected near protest site
Event
Civil society groups have called for demonstrations to take place in Tbilisi on Saturday, October 13, and Sunday, October 14 to protest a summit held by the Russian Alexander Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Fund. According to local sources, demonstrators are expected to gather in front of the Didube Plaza building, where the event is taking place. A heightened security presence and associated transportation disruptions are anticipated in the vicinity of the demonstration.
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.
