**Police Clash with Protesters in Georgia**
On November 19, police in Georgia violently dispersed protesters who were demonstrating against disputed elections. The protests had been going on for two days.
The demonstrators, many of whom were students, had set up camp near Tbilisi State University and the Varaziskhevi area. They had been there for 48 hours, but at dawn on November 19, police arrived to break up the protest.
Videos showed police entering the university garden before dispersing the protesters. Some protesters were physically assaulted and at least 11 people were arrested. One of those arrested was a cameraman from Mtavari TV, who was later released.
The police action has been met with criticism. The protesters had been peaceful, but the heavy-handed response by the police has sparked anger and concern among many in Georgia.
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