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July 13, 2021

Protests Erupt in Tblisi, Georgia, over Killing of Journalist by Homophobic Mob
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Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Tbilisi, Georgia, over
the weekend after a camera operator died following an attack last week
on dozens of LGBTQ activists and journalists. The attack from violent,
homophobic groups came after a pride march had to be called off due to
threats of violence and political and religious opposition. Protesters
called for the Georgian prime minister to resign for failing to protect
LGBTQ people and journalists. 

Davit Kakulia: "Georgian media must stay strong so everyone in this
Parliament building must understand that media cannot be silent and
Alexander Lashkarava should be the last victim in the nearest future and
history."

On Monday, scuffles broke out as journalists and opposition politicians
tried to enter the floor of Georgia's lower house of Parliament,
demanding the resignation of Georgia's prime minister and government.


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