In Abkhazia, demonstrators stormed the parliament and presidential office to oppose an investment agreement with Russia, fearing a sell-off of land to foreign buyers. With military protection from Russia since its independence declaration after the 1990s, Abkhazia’s 240,000 residents are resisting any laws that allow property purchases by foreigners, particularly Russians. Critics accuse President Aslan Bschania of capitulating to Russian pressure, causing unrest as opposition leaders call for his resignation. As tensions escalate, Bschania has indicated plans to rescind the controversial agreement amid fears of Russian domination.