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Georgian Interior Ministry warns rioters-UPDATED

The Georgian Ministry of Internal Affairs has issued a warning to protesters gathered in front of the parliament building in Tbilisi, APA's Tbilisi correspondent reports.

The Ministry called on the protesters to protest within the framework established by law and not to commit illegal actions.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs noted that shortly after the rally began, the actions of some of the protesters in the area turned violent.

In particular, the protesters damaged the fences of the legislative body and broke about 10 windows of the parliament using stones and other objects.

The statement emphasized that the police will respond appropriately to any violation of the law.

It should be noted that more than 100 protesters were detained during the police-civilian confrontation that occurred the previous day.

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Another protest action is being held in the Georgian capital, Tbilisi, on Rustaveli Avenue, APA reports citing Georgian media.

Protesters have already blocked the road; that is, the central avenue of the city.

Protesters are pounding on the iron fences of the parliament to express their protest. Citizens across the country are protesting the Georgian government's decision to suspend Georgia's accession to the European Union until 2028.

Protest actions are planned in several places in the capital. In addition to Tbilisi, protests are also being held in Batumi, Zugdidi, Kutaisi and Telavi.

According to information received, special police equipment, including water cannons, have been deployed near the opposition rally near the Georgian parliament in Tbilisi.

Protesters are reported to have thrown fireworks at law enforcement officers.

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