Georgian protesters hold Easter vigil against a law seen as a threat to media freedom and EU aspirations.

Georgian protesters held a candlelight vigil on Orthodox Easter against a proposed law seen as a threat to media freedom and EU aspirations. The bill, supported by the Georgian Dream party, would require media, NGOs, and nonprofits with over 20% foreign funding to register as pursuing foreign interests. Critics, including the EU's foreign policy chief, warn this could hinder Georgia's path to EU membership.

May 04, 2024
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