**US Suspends Partnership with Georgia**
The United States is putting its partnership with Georgia on hold. This decision comes after the Georgian government, led by the ruling party Georgian Dream, made some anti-democratic moves.
A US State Department spokesperson said that these actions go against the core principles of the US-Georgia Strategic Partnership. As a result, the US has suspended this partnership.
The Georgian Dream government recently delayed Georgia’s bid to join the European Union. The government also cracked down on protesters who were demonstrating against this decision. A US State Department spokesperson condemned the use of force and the delay in EU accession talks.
Tensions between Georgia and Western countries have been rising since a pro-Russian party came into power. The US has already cut off some cooperation projects and financial aid to Georgia due to these issues.
**Background**
The Georgian government’s actions have caused problems with its relationship with Western countries, including the US. This is not the first time that Georgia’s ties with Western countries have been strained. The country‘s shift towards Russia has led to a decline in cooperation and trust between them.