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.

Georgia has suspended its bid to join the European Union, prompting thousands of protesters to take to the streets, where they clashed with police in the capital of Tbilisi.