**Ukraine Prepares Sanctions Against Georgian Government**
The Ukrainian government is preparing to impose sanctions on the Georgian government. This decision comes after a crackdown on pro-EU protests in Georgia, where over 220 people were arrested and dozens injured.
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine will work with European partners to take concrete actions against the Georgian authorities. He also accused them of pushing the country into dependence on Russia.
**Protests in Georgia**
The protests began after the Georgian Prime Minister announced the suspension of the EU accession process until 2028. This move was widely criticized, and protests broke out across the country.
The Georgian police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse the protesters, leading to the arrest of over 220 people. President Zelensky condemned the violent crackdown and accused the Georgian authorities of acting on behalf of Russia.
Other countries have also taken action against Georgia. The US suspended its strategic partnership with the country, and several nations imposed sanctions on Georgian officials.
The US House Speaker, Mike Johnson, said that Ukraine funding will not be increased at this time.
**Developments in Ukraine**
In other news from Ukraine, a drone attack was reported in the Chechen Republic. The Ukrainian Air Force shot down 29 out of 50 Russian drones overnight.
A new deal to transport Russian gas through Ukraine is set to expire at the end of 2024, and Ukraine’s gas transit network could come under Russian attacks, warned Dmytro Lyppa, CEO of the Gas Transmission System Operator of Ukraine.
**Ukraine Receives International Support**
NATO countries are working to provide Ukraine with air defenses necessary to protect its infrastructure. However, there is a shortage of such systems available.
The US and Germany continue to oppose inviting Ukraine to join NATO at this time.
**Other Developments**
A Ukrainian mayor was tortured to death in Russian captivity. A new agreement between Ukraine’s Finance Ministry and the EU will attract up to 35 billion euros in funding.
Germany’s Foreign Minister suggested that long-term peace in Ukraine could be achieved through security guarantees, including Ukraine’s NATO membership and deployment of international troops.