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US Imposes Visa Restrictions on 20 Georgian Officials Over October Election

Dec 13, 2024, 01:22 AM

The United States has imposed visa restrictions on approximately 20 Georgian officials, including government ministers, parliament members, and security officials, for their alleged role in undermining democracy in Georgia. This action follows mass protests against the claimed victory by the Georgian Dream party, accused of having Russian affiliations, in the October election. The State Department announced these measures as part of efforts to support democracy and fundamental freedoms in Georgia.