Georgia Passes Controversial 'Foreign Agents' Law Amid Protests
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Georgia's parliamentary speaker has signed a controversial "foreign agents" bill into law, sparking political turmoil and large-scale protests. The law mandates organizations receiving over 20% of their funding from abroad to register as "agents of foreign influence." Critics, including the U.S., EU, and Britain, argue the bill mimics Russian legislation used to suppress dissent. The move raises concerns about Georgia's Western alignment amid fears of increasing Russian influence.
- Georgian parliamentary speaker signs 'foreign agents' bill into law Reuters
- Georgia parliament overrides president to pass Kremlin-style ‘foreign agents’ bill, defying Western pressure CNN
- 'It feels like there's no future': Georgia's clash with West leaves ordinary people on brink POLITICO Europe
- Georgian Protesters Hold 'European' Concert, Raise Funds For Detainees Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
- Georgia's parliament speaker signs a divisive foreign influence bill into law The Associated Press
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