Protests Erupt in Abkhazia Over Leadership Conflict

In Georgia, opposition leader Nika Gvaramia announced the start of permanent protests against the ruling party, claiming the recent parliamentary elections were rigged. Thousands of protesters have gathered in Tbilisi, blocking key streets and demanding fresh elections, as concerns over the legitimacy of the new parliament mount. Meanwhile, in the breakaway region of Abkhazia, protesters have occupied government buildings, calling for the resignation of President Aslan Bzhania over a controversial property deal with Russia. Bzhania has offered to resign and hold early elections if protesters vacate the parliament, but demonstrators refuse to leave. They accuse him of exploiting ties with Moscow for personal gain and demand unconditional resignation. The situation in both Georgia and Abkhazia reflects rising tensions and dissatisfaction with current leadership.