The Daily Beat: December 24,  

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President Meets Opposition and Civil Society to Discuss

Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili met with representatives from the opposition and civil society groups. They discussed what might happen if the ruling party agrees to hold new elections, or if they refuse.

Protests Continue in Tbilisi

For the 27th day in a row, people have been taking to the streets to . They are blocking Rustaveli Avenue in front of the building. Medical students joined the protests after marching from Vake Park. Others came from demonstrations outside the Georgian Public Broadcaster building.

Election Commission Denies Allegations

The Central Election Commission (CEC) denied President Zurabishvili’s allegations that there was vote-rigging 26th. They called her claims “baseless” and part of a campaign.

U.S. Helsinki Commission Supports Georgia

The U.S. Helsinki Commission posted on social , saying that the U.S. should help keep Georgia free and independent. They stated that Georgians are fighting for their country’s and future in Europe.

Criticizes Authorities

Human Rights Watch criticized the ‘ violent crackdown on peaceful protesters. They said this was a violation of international norms and domestic laws.

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