Violent clashes erupted in Tbilisi as protesters opposed the Georgian government's decision to delay EU membership talks amid a post-election crisis. Demonstrations against the ruling Georgian Dream party's declared victory led to arrests and confrontations with police using rubber bullets and tear gas.

Thousands demonstrated in Tbilisi, Georgia, after the country said it had suspended its bid to join the European Union for four years. The police used tear gas and water cannons on protesters outside the Parliament building.

Police clashed with protesters in the Georgian capital Tbilisi early on Friday, after the country’s ruling party said the government would suspend talks on European Union accession and refuse budgetary grants until 2028.