Violent protests erupted outside Georgia’s parliament in Tbilisi following the government’s decision to delay EU membership talks. Thousands of demonstrators clashed with police, resulting in numerous arrests and accusations of excessive force. The opposition, claiming electoral fraud in recent elections, condemned Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze’s announcement, leading to broader protests across the nation. International reactions included a suspension of the US strategic partnership and criticism from several European countries regarding the handling of the protests.