Georgia asks Europe for support during ongoing protests.

President Salome Zourabichvili has made a heartfelt plea to Europe, urging for their unwavering moral and political support amidst the ongoing protests in her country. This comes just days after Russia cautioned Georgia against following the same path as Ukraine, as demonstrations continue to sweep through the nation.

As the number of protestors grows and tensions escalate, 224 people were reportedly detained today alone. The demonstrations are in response to the government's decision to suspend negotiations to join the European Union, a move that has sparked outrage and frustration among the people.

In an interview with Reuters, President Zourabichvili emphasized the crucial need for clear and unequivocal support from Europe. She expressed her hope for European countries to send a strong message that they will not recognize the results of the October election, which many believe was influenced by Russia in an attempt to maintain control over Georgia.

The United States has also expressed concern over the increasing Russian influence in Georgia, leading them to suspend their strategic partnership with the country. The protests, which have been ongoing for over a week now, reflect the people's strong opposition to being aligned with Russia.

President Zourabichvili previously spoke out against alleged Russian interference in the election, citing evidence of their involvement. However, the thousands of protestors on the streets are determined to remain independent from Russia, even after the results of the October election.

Just a few days ago, Russia announced that they were closely monitoring the situation in Georgia. Former president Dmitry Medvedev, who is known for his pro-Kremlin stance, wrote on Telegram that a "revolution" was underway in Georgia and warned of dire consequences. He drew parallels between the Georgian protests and the 2014 Ukrainian Maidan, which sparked a political upheaval in Ukraine.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze attempted to downplay the protests, claiming that Georgia's European integration has not been halted. However, the continued demonstrations and the president's pleas for support from Europe show that the people of Georgia are determined to fight for their independence and European integration.

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