**Georgian Dream Party Faces Backlash Over EU Accession Decision**
The Georgian Dream party is struggling to contain the fallout from their decision to halt Georgia’s EU accession process. Protests have been taking place in the capital city and other parts of the country, with citizens expressing anger over the government’s move.
**Violence Erupts as Police Clash with Protesters**
Reports have emerged of excessive use of force by police against protesters, with some eyewitnesses claiming that non-uniformed “black men” accompanying riot police forces were responsible for the violence. This has further fueled public outrage.
**Civil Servants Speak Out Against Georgian Dream Decision**
In a surprise move, civil servants from various key ministries have come out in favor of Georgia’s European future, distancing themselves from the Georgian Dream decision. These officials include those from the foreign affairs, defense, and justice ministries.
**Georgian Dream Officials Try to Shift Blame**
The Georgian Dream party is trying to shift the blame for their decision, with officials claiming that it was Europe that stopped the accession process. However, this narrative omits the fact that the government led by the Georgian Dream has refused to meet the conditions set by the EU.
**Conspiracy Theories Emerge as GD Officials Claim “New Maidan” Plot**
Georgian Dream officials have also emerged with conspiracy theories, claiming that Western powers and their domestic allies are plotting a “Georgian Maidan,” or “Natsmaidan.” This is allegedly aimed at bringing about regime change and war.
**State Security Service Gets Involved in the Crisis**
The State Security Service has chimed in on the crisis, stating that “destructive developments” have commenced “in accordance with the indications of the case about the violent overthrow of the government.”
**GD MPs Spin Rumors About “Foreign Citizens” Detained During Protests**
Georgian Dream MPs are also spreading rumors that foreign citizens were detained during protests. However, these claims remain unsubstantiated.
**Civil Servants Feel Pressure from Georgian Dream Party**
As more civil servants distance themselves from the ruling party, they have come under pressure from Georgian Dream officials. The party has disparaged and patronized those who have spoken out against their decision.
**Opposition Demands Access to National Television Broadcaster**
The opposition is now demanding access to the Georgian Public Broadcaster (GBP), seeking to break the ruling party’s monopoly on nationwide television broadcasters.