Thousands gather in Georgia's capital to protest decision to suspend EU accession talks

Thousands of people gathered in Georgia’s capital Wednesday to express their dissatisfaction with the government’s decision to suspend negotiations on joining the European Union until 2028.

Demonstrators gathered in front of the parliament building, demanding the release of those detained during the first week of the protests, which have been ongoing for 14 days.

Many blocked traffic on Shota Rustaveli Avenue in central Tbilisi while waving Georgian and EU flags and carrying anti-government banners.

Some protesters declared that they did not recognize the results of parliamentary elections held on Oct. 26 and called on the government to hold new elections.