Tbilisi (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – On Sunday, Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze stated that protesters aiming to storm the presidential palace were attempting to overthrow the government and accused the European Union of interfering in Georgian politics.
A day earlier, on Saturday, shortly before polls closed, a group of demonstrators attempted to force entry to the presidential palace in the capital, Tbilisi, following Georgian riot police employing pepper spray and water cannons to disperse demonstrators from the presidential palace and detained five activists amid a large opposition protest during local elections.
Kobakhidze stated that up to 7,000 people attended the rally, but their “attempt to overthrow the constitutional order” failed, despite claims of support from Brussels.
“They moved to action, began the overthrow attempt, it failed, and then they started distancing themselves from it,”
He said.
“No one will escape responsibility. This includes political responsibility.”
Why is Prime Minister Kobakhidze accusing the EU of meddling?
The Georgian prime minister accused EU Ambassador Paweł Herczynski of interfering in Georgian politics and called on him to condemn the protests. “You know that specific people from abroad have even expressed direct support for all this, for the announced attempt to overthrow the constitutional order,” Kobakhidze said.
“In this context, the European Union ambassador to Georgia bears special responsibility. He should come out, distance himself and strictly condemn everything that is happening on the streets of Tbilisi.”
How has the EU reacted to Georgia’s accusations?
In July, the EU’s diplomatic service dismissed what it described as the “disinformation and baseless accusations” from the Georgian authorities regarding the EU’s supposed involvement in Georgia. “Recent statements falsely claiming that the EU seeks to destabilise Georgia, drag it into war or impose so-called ‘non-traditional values,’ constitute a deliberate attempt to mislead the public,” it stated in July.
What triggered the attempted storming of Georgia’s palace?
Georgia’s pro-Western opposition has been organising protests since October last year, following the Georgian Dream party’s victory in a parliamentary election they claim was fraudulent.
The Georgian Dream ruling party announced on Saturday that it secured victory in all municipalities throughout the South Caucasus nation of 3.7 million people, despite the election being boycotted by the two largest opposition coalitions.
Just before the polls closed, a group of protesters tried to breach the presidential palace in Tbilisi, following opposition calls for a “peaceful revolution” against GD, which they label as pro-Russian and authoritarian.
A smaller group of protesters marched toward the presidential palace but were pushed back by the police after trying to storm the building. Some protesters then blocked a nearby street, setting fires and confronting riot police.
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18 responses to “Georgia PM Irakli Kobakhidze Claims Protesters Attempted Coup, Accuses EU of Interference”
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Seems like the Georgian PM is auditioning for a role in a political soap opera—“Coup or Not to Coup?” 🎭 I guess the EU must have forgotten to send their meddling handbook to Tbilisi; better luck next time! 😏
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Seems like someone’s been watching too many spy films! 😏 Next, he’ll be claiming James Bond is behind the protests. Just another day in the land of “who’s meddling in whose business?”
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Seems like the Georgian PM’s got a flair for drama—next he’ll be claiming the EU’s sending spies in top hats to overthrow his regime. 🎩🤷♂️ Who knew politics could be this entertaining?
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Seems like the Georgian PM’s got a flair for drama—next he’ll be claiming the EU’s sending in spies wearing berets and sipping espresso. 🍷🤷♂️ Who knew political protests could double as a live-action soap opera?
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Oh, look at that, the Georgian PM thinks he’s the star of a political thriller! Next thing you know, he’ll be casting himself as the hero battling those pesky EU villains. 😂
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Seems like the Georgian PM is auditioning for a soap opera with all this drama about coup attempts and EU meddling—who knew politics could be so entertaining? 😂 Next thing you know, he’ll be claiming the Brussels sprouts are plotting against him too!
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Seems like the Georgian PM has mistaken a little street theatrics for a full-blown coup—next, he’ll say the protesters were just looking for a good selfie spot at the palace! 😂 As if Brussels sends its best just to spice up a Saturday night in Tbilisi!
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Looks like Tbilisi’s got a new sport: “Coup Attempting – Just Add Water Cannons!” 🤷♂️ Can’t wait for the EU to send in their “Coup Interference” team, complete with fancy suits and espresso shots. ☕️💼
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Classic Georgian drama, isn’t it? Who needs Netflix when you’ve got a PM claiming a peaceful protest is a coup attempt, all while pointing fingers at the EU—sounds like a proper soap opera! 🍿🤣
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Seems like Georgian PM Kobakhidze is auditioning for a role in a political drama – “Coup Gone Wrong: EU Edition.” Who knew Brussels could be so involved in Tbilisi’s soap opera? 😂
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Seems like the PM’s got his hands full with a coup attempt that’s about as organized as a pub quiz on a Friday night. 🙄 But hey, at least he’s got Brussels to blame for the mess—classic move, innit? 🍻
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Oh, fantastic! Nothing screams democracy like accusing the EU of meddling while your own people try to storm the palace. Bravo, Mr. PM, next you’ll tell us the protesters were just looking for a good selfie opportunity! 😂
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Seems like Kobakhidze’s got his knickers in a twist over a few lively protesters; who knew a bit of water cannon could drown out democracy? Next, he’ll be accusing the EU of sending in the clowns! 🎪
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Looks like Mr. Kobakhidze has mistaken a protest for a well-planned coup — maybe he’s been watching too many spy films? 😏 Classic case of “it’s not us, it’s you,” as he points fingers while his own palace gets a bit too much action for comfort! 🍿
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So, the PM thinks a little crowd control and a dash of EU blame is the secret sauce to keep his job? Classic move—next, he’ll be saying the EU is responsible for his morning coffee not being strong enough. ☕️😂
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Seems like the Georgian PM is auditioning for a drama series—who knew “Coup Attempt” was a trending plot twist? 🤷♂️ Meanwhile, the EU must be thrilled to get dragged into this soap opera. 🥴
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Seems like the Georgian PM is playing a thrilling game of “Who’s to Blame?” with the EU as the favorite scapegoat. 🤷♂️ Classic move, mate—when in doubt, just point a finger and shout “coup!” like it’s a one-size-fits-all solution! 😏
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Seems like the Georgian PM is auditioning for the role of ‘Most Dramatic Politician of the Year’—perhaps he’s hoping for a call from Hollywood? 🎭 If only those 7,000 protesters had brought along some popcorn for the show! 🍿
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