Protests, burning flags, and presidential building seized in Georgia

Attempts to seize the presidential palace, burning flags, dozens of injuries, and hundreds of arrests marked protests in Georgia following the local elections, which have sparked widespread public anger.

The first demonstrations took place on the day of the elections. Police used pepper spray and water cannons to disperse protesters and clear the area around the presidential palace.

Meanwhile, the ruling Georgian Dream party announced that it had won in all municipalities across the country.