︀︀💦 Escalation in the Streets:
︀︀Police are firing gas capsules and water jets while advancing toward the remaining protesters. Warning sirens are echoing through the area as fresh reinforcements arrive from Rustaveli Avenue.
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︀︀📢 Official Statement:
︀︀The Interior Ministry accused rally organizers of “inciting violence” and “damaging security barriers” at the palace. It warned that failure to obey orders will result in “appropriate legal action.”
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🌍 A Crossroads for Georgia:
Will the opposition succeed in its push for a pro-EU, democratic path, or will Georgian Dream’s government prevail?

💬 What’s your take, is October 4 Georgia’s Velvet Revolution, or a dangerous gamble?

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🗳️ Context:
Exit polls showed Georgian Dream at ~40%, while pro-European parties topped 50%. Yet the CEC announced 54% for GD, amid widespread reports of ballot stuffing, intimidation, and observer expulsions. The opposition calls the vote stolen, fueling over 300 days of protest.

⚖️ Divided Opposition:
Some blocs like UNM are boycotting today’s elections and framing the day as an “overthrow moment.” Others, such as Lelo and For Georgia, urge citizens to vote first, then protest. Critics caution that declaring a revolution date risks backlash if expectations fall short.

🚔 Government Response:
The ruling Georgian Dream warns of the “harshest response” to any attempt at regime change. Several opposition leaders, including Levan Khabeishvili (UNM) and Nika Gvaramia (Coalition for Change), have already been arrested since the 2024 election.

📍 The Plan:
At 16:00, protesters will gather in Tbilisi. Inspired by Armenia’s 2018 Velvet Revolution, organizers hope mass, peaceful pressure can push Georgian Dream from power. Some activists even hope that by 8 pm “transfer of power will be complete.”