On October 20, protesters will gather in Tbilisi, Georgia to protest in support of European Union candidacy.

Incident Details

Protesters will gather in areas throughout Tbilisi beginning at 5:00 PM. Following these gatherings, protesters will begin marching towards Liberty Square at 7:00 PM. Protest organizers state that protesters are gathering in support of EU candidacy for Georgia with voting taking place on October 26. Clashes with police are likely. Police have stated that tear-gas and other means of crowd control will be used, likely posing threats to bystanders. 

Traveler Safety

Travelers should avoid Tbilisi for the duration of the protest. Do not engage with protesters. Carry a photo ID at all times and obey all orders made by authorities. 

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