"Violent Clash Erupts in Georgia Parliament Over Controversial 'Russian-Style' Bill"
TL;DR
Lawmakers in Georgia's parliament scuffled during a debate over a controversial foreign agent bill, prompting hundreds of protesters to rally outside the parliament. The bill, proposed by the ruling party, requires media and non-commercial organizations receiving over 20% of their funding from abroad to register as being under foreign influence, drawing comparisons to repressive laws in Russia. Opponents argue that the bill could hinder Georgia's EU aspirations, while the president has indicated a potential veto.
- Georgia lawmakers scuffle over a divisive bill that opponents say mimics Kremlin's repressive law The Associated Press
- Georgia parliament descends into chaos as lawmakers throw punches over Putin-style ‘foreign agent’ bill Fox News
- Lawmakers brawl as parliament considers controversial bill CNN
- Protesters demand Georgia government withdraw proposed 'Russian law' BBC.com
- Controversial law sparks fist fight in Georgian parliament Al Jazeera English
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