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Georgian Police Violently Detain Opposition Leader Nika Gvaramia Amidst Protests

Dec 4, 2024, 01:02 PM

Nika Gvaramia, a prominent leader of the opposition party 'Ahali' and co-chair of the Coalition for Change, was forcibly detained by Georgian police outside his party's office on Sharashidze Street in Tbilisi. Reports indicate that Gvaramia was physically assaulted during the arrest, resulting in him being unconscious when taken into custody. The incident occurred after police entered the office of Gvirchi - More Freedom and Droa Party without a warrant, prompting resistance from Gvaramia. The arrest has sparked concerns over the treatment of opposition figures in Georgia, with various sources confirming the violent nature of the detention.