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Journalist & fixer covering the drastic reversal of liberal democratic values in Georgia. Georgian, English, Russian. Fluent in sarcasm. Neurodivergent.

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What happened in Dubai? step-by-step: GD leaders Irakli Zarkua and Viktor Sanikidze went on vacation to Dubai, likely to attend Coldplay’s concert. A Georgian citizen, Lasha Gabitashvili, accidentally encountered them while they were having lunch and asked if they were aware of the events in Batumi (illegal detentions) and Tbilisi (torture of a protester) that had occurred the day before. In response, Zarkua pushed down Gabitashvili’s phone. 1/4

What happened in Dubai? step-by-step: GD leaders Irakli Zarkua and Viktor Sanikidze went on vacation to Dubai, likely to attend Coldplay’s concert. A Georgian citizen, Lasha Gabitashvili, accidentally encountered them while they were having lunch and asked if they were aware of the events in Batumi (illegal detentions) and Tbilisi (torture of a protester) that had occurred the day before. In response, Zarkua pushed down Gabitashvili’s phone. 1/4

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A Russian citizen peed on people sitting at a café from his balcony in Tbilisi while yelling, “Glory to Russia.” He was later arrested, and his justification was that the bathroom was occupied, so he didn’t have any other choice. Next time, someone’s gonna beat the hell out of him, and then all the Russians will start crying about “Russophobia.” Sick bastards.

A Russian citizen peed on people sitting at a café from his balcony in Tbilisi while yelling, “Glory to Russia.” He was later arrested, and his justification was that the bathroom was occupied, so he didn’t have any other choice. Next time, someone’s gonna beat the hell out of him, and then all the Russians will start crying about “Russophobia.” Sick bastards.

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I’ve been reporting from the ground for 10 years, and I’ve never seen anything even close to what I witnessed today and yesterday. This feels like a turning point in #GeorgiaProtests. I have never seen the Georgian people so unyielding. Just last week, I wrote that the smaller crowds in the streets compared to spring meant nothing — except that the anger hadn’t gone anywhere. Instead, it was simmering, growing stronger, waiting for the regime’s next mistake to erupt with even greater force. Today’s riot was dispersed so many times, in such brutal ways, that I’ve lost count. So many people were bloodied. So many were detained. Yet even now, Rustaveli Avenue is filled with people — beaten, bruised, exhausted, disappointed, and fiercely angry — but still holding EU flags with pride. Because we believe, that Europe is our home, and we will not surrender it at any cost. Help us. Don’t let us lose this country to the Russians. No one has fought harder for it than we have.

I’ve been reporting from the ground for 10 years, and I’ve never seen anything even close to what I witnessed today and yesterday. This feels like a turning point in #GeorgiaProtests. I have never seen the Georgian people so unyielding. Just last week, I wrote that the smaller crowds in the streets compared to spring meant nothing — except that the anger hadn’t gone anywhere. Instead, it was simmering, growing stronger, waiting for the regime’s next mistake to erupt with even greater force. Today’s riot was dispersed so many times, in such brutal ways, that I’ve lost count. So many people were bloodied. So many were detained. Yet even now, Rustaveli Avenue is filled with people — beaten, bruised, exhausted, disappointed, and fiercely angry — but still holding EU flags with pride. Because we believe, that Europe is our home, and we will not surrender it at any cost. Help us. Don’t let us lose this country to the Russians. No one has fought harder for it than we have.

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However, video footage shows that despite being five against one, it was the GD group who ended up getting beaten up by the end of the fight. Fin. 4/4

However, video footage shows that despite being five against one, it was the GD group who ended up getting beaten up by the end of the fight. Fin. 4/4

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People are chanting “the revolution” as they’re marching towards the Rustaveli Avenue. #GeorgiaProtests

People are chanting “the revolution” as they’re marching towards the Rustaveli Avenue. #GeorgiaProtests

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Happening now, Tbilisi #GeorgiaProtests

Happening now, Tbilisi #GeorgiaProtests

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Just in: After the violent dispersal, protesters are now blocking various streets in Tbilisi. For instance, this is Baratashvili Bridge.

Just in: After the violent dispersal, protesters are now blocking various streets in Tbilisi. For instance, this is Baratashvili Bridge.

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My favorite flags

My favorite flags

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Mothers marched to President Salome Zourabichvili’s residence to show their support for her after the regime’s illegitimate parliament appointed a new “President.” And, of course, she joined them too. “Salome! Salome!” you can hear the protesters chanting. #GeorgiaProtests

Mothers marched to President Salome Zourabichvili’s residence to show their support for her after the regime’s illegitimate parliament appointed a new “President.” And, of course, she joined them too. “Salome! Salome!” you can hear the protesters chanting. #GeorgiaProtests

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In a symbolic act, the #GeorgiaProtests moved from Rustaveli Avenue to Melikishvili Avenue, where Mate Devidze was arrested on November 19 after people blocked the avenue.

In a symbolic act, the #GeorgiaProtests moved from Rustaveli Avenue to Melikishvili Avenue, where Mate Devidze was arrested on November 19 after people blocked the avenue.

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.László Róbert Mézes was attacked by Titushky in front of the GD campaign HQ. #GeorgiaProtests

.László Róbert Mézes was attacked by Titushky in front of the GD campaign HQ. #GeorgiaProtests

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Rustaveli Avenue is blocked for the day 168 of nationwide #GeorgiaProtests.

Rustaveli Avenue is blocked for the day 168 of nationwide #GeorgiaProtests.

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“Sokhumi Sakartveloa!” (“Sokhumi is Georgia!”) Ukrainian fans are chanting in Georgian during the Georgia–Ukraine match in the UEFA Nations League. Our friendship is something else 🇬🇪🇺🇦❤️ 🎥: Formula NEWS | English

“Sokhumi Sakartveloa!” (“Sokhumi is Georgia!”) Ukrainian fans are chanting in Georgian during the Georgia–Ukraine match in the UEFA Nations League. Our friendship is something else 🇬🇪🇺🇦❤️ 🎥: Formula NEWS | English

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Not a shred of decency. During today’s march on Rustaveli Avenue honoring Georgian fighters killed in Ukraine, a group of Russian tourists passed by on an open-top sightseeing bus. As protesters expressed their disapproval, the tourists responded with mocking and insulting gestures. They rode off away to chants of “Putin Khuilo.”

Not a shred of decency. During today’s march on Rustaveli Avenue honoring Georgian fighters killed in Ukraine, a group of Russian tourists passed by on an open-top sightseeing bus. As protesters expressed their disapproval, the tourists responded with mocking and insulting gestures. They rode off away to chants of “Putin Khuilo.”

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94,463 次观看 • 3 个月前

Guram Gabeskiria, the Mayor of Sokhumi, was murdered just after the city fell on September 27. In this rare footage, captured moments before his execution, a voice in Russian commands, "On your knees." His reply is defiant: "Never in my life." Never. In. My. Life.

Guram Gabeskiria, the Mayor of Sokhumi, was murdered just after the city fell on September 27. In this rare footage, captured moments before his execution, a voice in Russian commands, "On your knees." His reply is defiant: "Never in my life." Never. In. My. Life.

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214,969 次观看 • 1 年前

I’ve seen some of you critically asking why Georgians still dance and sing while their homeland is captured and they are engaged in such a decisive battle. I wasn’t sure how to explain it, but I came across this remarkable excerpt from one of the greatest Georgian philosophers of the 20th century, Merab Mamardashvili. In it, he perfectly captures the source of our joy. Please, take a moment to read it: “I have always felt that the place where I was born and raised possesses a unique talent. I would call it the talent to live or the talent for uncanonical joy. I sense it in the people around me, in the air itself, and even within myself. Yet, I have always thought that, unlike my compatriots, I am heavier, somewhat clumsy. Our joy, however, is indeed light and uncanonical. There is no single reason for joy, yet we celebrate anyway — like that, without any reason. This joy, unjustified by our circumstances and therefore uncanonical, is the essence of the place where I was born. It represents a distinct form of tragedy, where you completely forbid yourself from troubling or burdening others with your own tragedy. In front of others, you must always appear happy and joyful, illuminated by this very uncanonical joy. The bell of joy hums in our blood, and it stands as our defiance against fortune, whether good or bad. This kind of joy is something that cannot be taken from us.” Video: Mariam Geguchadze

I’ve seen some of you critically asking why Georgians still dance and sing while their homeland is captured and they are engaged in such a decisive battle. I wasn’t sure how to explain it, but I came across this remarkable excerpt from one of the greatest Georgian philosophers of the 20th century, Merab Mamardashvili. In it, he perfectly captures the source of our joy. Please, take a moment to read it: “I have always felt that the place where I was born and raised possesses a unique talent. I would call it the talent to live or the talent for uncanonical joy. I sense it in the people around me, in the air itself, and even within myself. Yet, I have always thought that, unlike my compatriots, I am heavier, somewhat clumsy. Our joy, however, is indeed light and uncanonical. There is no single reason for joy, yet we celebrate anyway — like that, without any reason. This joy, unjustified by our circumstances and therefore uncanonical, is the essence of the place where I was born. It represents a distinct form of tragedy, where you completely forbid yourself from troubling or burdening others with your own tragedy. In front of others, you must always appear happy and joyful, illuminated by this very uncanonical joy. The bell of joy hums in our blood, and it stands as our defiance against fortune, whether good or bad. This kind of joy is something that cannot be taken from us.” Video: Mariam Geguchadze

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265,290 次观看 • 1 年前

Happening now, Tbilisi #GeorgiaProtests

Happening now, Tbilisi #GeorgiaProtests

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153,931 次观看 • 1 年前

The employees of a fire truck, tasked with refilling the water cannon machines, joined the resistance. In a symbolic act of defiance, they demonstratively emptied the water from the truck, an action that was met with loud applause from the crowd.

The employees of a fire truck, tasked with refilling the water cannon machines, joined the resistance. In a symbolic act of defiance, they demonstratively emptied the water from the truck, an action that was met with loud applause from the crowd.

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245,964 次观看 • 1 年前

Giorgi Chighladze has been released from the courtroom. He was arrested after punching a Russian woman at his brother’s wedding, following an incident in which she and another woman allegedly poured some kind of liquid from their hotel room onto the wedding guests below and verbally abused them. The hotel where the wedding was held paid his bail.

Giorgi Chighladze has been released from the courtroom. He was arrested after punching a Russian woman at his brother’s wedding, following an incident in which she and another woman allegedly poured some kind of liquid from their hotel room onto the wedding guests below and verbally abused them. The hotel where the wedding was held paid his bail.

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42,935 次观看 • 2 个月前

At today’s memorial service held in church, attended by Georgian Dream leaders, the president, and the prime minister, one of the parishioners said: “Forgive me, Your Eminence, but it is time for the government to be held accountable for everything.” 1/3

At today’s memorial service held in church, attended by Georgian Dream leaders, the president, and the prime minister, one of the parishioners said: “Forgive me, Your Eminence, but it is time for the government to be held accountable for everything.” 1/3

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64,153 次观看 • 6 个月前

Someone hacked the payment system in Tbilisi public transport, and it’s playing protest chants and speeches. This is, by far, my favorite form of the #GeorgiaProtests.

Someone hacked the payment system in Tbilisi public transport, and it’s playing protest chants and speeches. This is, by far, my favorite form of the #GeorgiaProtests.

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159,559 次观看 • 1 年前

Strength in Europe, Strength in Unity - today’s #GeorgiaProtests march in Tbilisi. May 9, Europe Day.

Strength in Europe, Strength in Unity - today’s #GeorgiaProtests march in Tbilisi. May 9, Europe Day.

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44,630 次观看 • 5 个月前

Just in: “This isn’t a rally — it’s the first National European Convention,” said Paata Burchuladze, one of the organizers of today’s protest, announcing that people will “vote out Georgian Dream right here, on Liberty Square, through direct democracy.” Key points of the Declaration: Power belongs to the Georgian people; The current regime is constitutionally illegitimate, and its authority is terminated; The National Convention declares a peaceful transitional period, which envisions the peaceful transfer of power. The people have voted in favor of it.

Just in: “This isn’t a rally — it’s the first National European Convention,” said Paata Burchuladze, one of the organizers of today’s protest, announcing that people will “vote out Georgian Dream right here, on Liberty Square, through direct democracy.” Key points of the Declaration: Power belongs to the Georgian people; The current regime is constitutionally illegitimate, and its authority is terminated; The National Convention declares a peaceful transitional period, which envisions the peaceful transfer of power. The people have voted in favor of it.

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87,640 次观看 • 1 年前

Please watch this 20-second video: A woman is calmly talking to the policemen, saying, “You can’t defend us,” when suddenly, Irakli Dgebuadze, the head of the Batumi police department, begins using force to arrest her 🤷🏻‍♀️ #TerrorinGeorgia #GeorgiaProtests

Please watch this 20-second video: A woman is calmly talking to the policemen, saying, “You can’t defend us,” when suddenly, Irakli Dgebuadze, the head of the Batumi police department, begins using force to arrest her 🤷🏻‍♀️ #TerrorinGeorgia #GeorgiaProtests

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124,802 次观看 • 1 年前

President is here.

President is here.

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114,337 次观看 • 1 年前

The video is proof that the thugs attacking peaceful citizens are acting on behalf of the regime’s police forces.

The video is proof that the thugs attacking peaceful citizens are acting on behalf of the regime’s police forces.

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112,298 次观看 • 1 年前

Fireworks Before Christmas - the new track & video by Georgian musician Coo (David Tsintsadze) features footage from last year’s mass #GeorgiaProtests. His first EP, against, will be dedicated to the resistance. This honestly gives me shivers. Until victory, SAKARTVELO! 🇬🇪🇪🇺

Fireworks Before Christmas - the new track & video by Georgian musician Coo (David Tsintsadze) features footage from last year’s mass #GeorgiaProtests. His first EP, against, will be dedicated to the resistance. This honestly gives me shivers. Until victory, SAKARTVELO! 🇬🇪🇪🇺

Anna Gvarishvili

59,817 次观看 • 10 个月前