The highway was blocked near the parliament, where citizens are protesting the "Transparency of Foreign Influence" law
Several rallies will be held in Tbilisi today
In the courtyard of TSU, where students were waiting for the Prime Minister, a physical confrontation took place
On June 4, a hearing will be held in the US Congress within the framework of the Helsinki Commission on the current events in Georgia
Michael Roth: Some people's idea of suspending visa liberalization for Georgia would be a serious mistake - we should hope that the door to Europe will remain open if the Georgian government stops its "swing" policy between the EU and Russia
Irakli Kobakhidze: I offer the young people participating in the protests to select ten representatives with whom I will hold a public discussion around the transparency law - you may also bring 2-3 non-young people as well, whom you consider to be authoritative experts
Olaf Scholz: I told the head of the government of Georgia very clearly to that this law is a mistake and it should not be adopted, nothing has changed now
Public Defender’s Office: From April 15 to May 17, representatives of the Public Defender visited 180 people arrested during the protests, 93 persons indicated ill-treatment by the police
Official price of 1 USD becomes 2.7585 GEL
Shalva Papuashvili on articles added to the transparency law: Do you see how much of a problem it is when a person is too lazy to read and write, they have just discovered something that took place 2 weeks ago
Levan Bezhashvili: When Georgian Dream assured us that this law would not apply to individuals they secretly added an article that refers to the collection of secrets on each citizen
Kakha Kaladze on arrival of EU foreign ministers at the rally: All developed countries would kick them out of the country
Margus Tsahkna: Maybe we should review the decision regarding visa liberalization - we reiterated to the Georgian government that they must keep their promises
Prime Minister: There are forces that are trying to divide our society artificially - I promise you that we will do everything to protect our values and the national interests of our country
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Misinformation is being spread, as if events dedicated to the Independence Day of Georgia abroad are being canceled – they were postponed due to technical reasons and will be held after some time
Salome Zurabishvili: It doesn't matter much whether this law will be withdrawn or not, because the whole picture is disturbing - if they had not introduced this law, they would have a chance to win the elections
Procession begins from Kashveti Cathedral to Holy Trinity Cathedral in connection with family sanctity day
Salome Zurabishvili: The draft law "On transparency of foreign influence" is unacceptable and is not subject to modification - It is clear what is happening: the government is not doing what the country expects
Salome Zurabishvili: The draft law "On transparency of foreign influence" is unacceptable and is not subject to modification - It is clear what is happening: the government is not doing what the country expects
Zhou Qian: After the entry into force of the visa-free agreement between China and Georgia, it is likely that direct flights will increase
Zhou Qian: The draft law "On transparency of foreign influence" is a matter of Georgia's internal policy, and China does not interfere in the internal politics of other countries
Traffic blocked on Rustaveli Avenue, where citizens gather in connection with family sanctity day
Salome Zurabishvili: Depending on the result, it will be decided whether the EU will suspend visa liberalization or other processes - my veto is symbolic, but I will use it on behalf of the people who are now on the streets
National Bank: Unverified information has been spread that it is still possible to make money transfers from Russia to Georgia through Unistream - none of the entities of the financial system has resumed cooperation with Unistream
China plans to open Chinese car market in Georgia
Shalva Papuashvili: The sanctity of the family is the foundation of our state, therefore it is the government's duty to protect it, together with the Church, as a preserver of Georgian identity, spiritual and material culture
White House National Security Council Spokesperson: We urge members of parliament show the same courage by not overturning her veto
Two rallies to be held today against law on transparency of foreign influence
Michael Roth: President Zourabichvili vetoed the „foreign agent law“, let’s take the chance, dear Georgian Government - It’s not too late to choose Europa instead of Russia
Margus Tsahkna: Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili's veto on the "Foreign Agents" law opens the way forward - Estonia calls on Georgia’s leadership to withdraw the law
Mikheil Saakashvili: Turkey remains in favor of Georgia joining the Euro-Atlantic space and, as before, it stands on the right side of history
Michael Roth: In order to maintain power, the Georgian government is ready to introduce Russian repressive mechanisms
Mamuka Mdinaradze: Many thanks to Salome Zurabishvili, who finally confirmed that there are no comments and arguments against the Transparency Law
The President vetoed the law on transparency of foreign influence
Nika Gvaramia: I just heard that Nata Feradze had to leave the country with her family because they were going to arrest her on charges of coup d'état
Irakli Gharibashvili: To impose sanctions on the country and people, this approach is wrong
Irakli Gharibashvili on the opposition: where were they, if this addition happened, why didn't they react there? This indicates that they are not involved in parliamentary activities
GYLA: students were confronted by organized groups at TSU - we call on the prosecutor's office to start an investigation due to the inappropriate response of the police
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: in the declaration received at the Ministerial meeting of the Council of Europe, Georgia's candidate status was noted in the context of EU enlargement
The Wall Street Journal: A member of the Foreign Relations Committee of the US House of Representatives plans to introduce a bill in response to the developments in Georgia, which also includes possible sanctions
Steven Blockmans: If Georgia misses the opportunity to get closer to the EU, it will take a long time to repair the damage caused by the autocratic regime