**Pro-EU Protesters in Georgia Fight Against State Violence**
In Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, thousands of people have been protesting every night for two weeks. They are demanding an end to the pro-Russian regime and new free and fair elections.
The protesters are not just any ordinary group. They are made up of citizens who are taking matters into their own hands. They have created a movement that is learning from its mistakes and organizing itself through social media and crowdfunding.
**A Teacher Turns Activist**
Giorgi Bregvadze, a part-time English teacher, was one of the protesters who got arrested by police during a demonstration. He was beaten up and held in jail for 48 hours. Despite this, he continues to fight for his country’s democracy.
“I try to be an active citizen all the time,” Bregvadze said. “I feel like I also have a responsibility to be active, to do my thing.”
**Police Brutality on the Rise**
The police have been using tear gas and water cannons to disperse the protests, arresting over 400 people since the movement began. The opposition has accused the government of using heavy-handed tactics to stifle dissent.
“We do not consider ourselves as victims, we consider ourselves as freedom warriors,” said a protester. “The people want to live in a democracy.”
**Opposition Leader Detained**
Last Wednesday, the leader of the Coalition for Change party, Nika Gvaramia, was detained by police. The opposition has accused the government of using terror and repressions against its opponents.
The offices of the Youth Organisation of the United National Movement (UNM) party were also raided by security forces. Activists think that the police planted microphones in the headquarters during the raid.
**A Warning from the Opposition**
A senior source within the opposition warned that if the government is not stopped, it could lead to severe consequences, even secret prisons like in Belarus.
The protesters have begun organizing self-defense groups against Titushky, mercenary agents employed by the regime. They are determined to fight for their democracy and freedom.