Police fired tear gas, rubber bullets and used water cannons in an effort to disperse the rallies. Protesters outside parliament used fireworks, with flames reportedly seen coming out of a parliament building window.
I am afraid -- I won't hide it -- that many people will get injured, but I am not afraid to stand here,” said Tamar Gelashvili, reflecting the tension and determination of protesters.
The Interior Ministry stated, 'the actions of some individuals present at the protest became violent shortly after the demonstration began,' signaling a rapidly escalating situation.
Earlier on Saturday, Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze had accused the pro-EU opposition of inciting the protests, suggesting a divide in public sentiment regarding EU membership talks.
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