Protesters in Tbilisi on the 623rd day of daily actions called not to give up.

On the 623rd day of continuous protests, participants of the pro-European demonstration with placards gathered at the Parliament of Georgia and the Tbilisi City Council. The annual report of the European Union on human rights and democracy mentions significant restrictions on human rights due to the repressive actions and laws of the Georgian government.

As reported by "Caucasian Knot", on August 11, on the 622nd day of daily actions, participants of the pro-European protest gathered at the Parliament of Georgia and the Tbilisi City Council with placards about the killed Georgian soldiers in August 2008 in the village of Shindisi.

Participants of the pro-European protests with national flags and EU flags gathered this evening at the building of the Parliament of Georgia and near the Tbilisi City Hall. Citizens demand the return of the country to the Euro-Atlantic path, the release of political prisoners, the abolition of repressive mechanisms, and the conduct of elections in a free and fair environment, reports Publika.

Some of the protest participants held placards: "The homeland is not for sale", "I am here because silence is betrayal to oneself", "You will not put us on our knees!", according to a publication by photographer Georgy Mosiashvili (Mo Se) on Facebook*.

In Georgia, in 2025, human rights were significantly restricted due to repressive actions and laws. This is stated in the annual report of the European Union on human rights and democracy, reports Pirveli TV.

"In 2025, there were widespread cases of abuse of protesters by law enforcement agencies, in some cases equivalent to torture or inhumane and degrading treatment," the report states.

According to the document, none of the guilty were punished, which contributed to the creation of an atmosphere of impunity.

"Cases of arbitrary arrests, excessive use of pre-trial detention, and disproportionately harsh sentences against protesters and journalists raise concerns about the right to a fair trial," the report states.

According to the document, there were recorded cases of physical violence, sexual harassment, rape, or threats of murder against women participating in demonstrations by law enforcement officers.

The report notes that new legislation, including amendments to the Law on Broadcasting, the Law on Registration of Foreign Agents, and a package of laws on family values and protection of minors, negatively affected the right to freedom of expression and the ability of the media to operate freely.

According to the report, by freezing the bank accounts of several civil society organizations, the authorities used the judicial system as a tool of repression and political persecution to limit organizations' access to essential financial resources and suppress dissent.

"Civil society and critical voices also faced intimidation - hostile rhetoric, threats, and violence became increasingly common. Political pluralism was under threat as the ruling party attempted to ban several opposition parties through the Constitutional Court. Politically motivated persecution of civil society and the detention of opposition leaders contradicted fundamental democratic values," the report states.

Protest participants in Georgia have been demanding new parliamentary elections and the release of political prisoners since November 28, 2024. Law enforcement conducted harsh dispersals of protests, using tear gas and water cannons, and detained protesters. During the protests, thousands of people faced administrative prosecution. "Caucasian Knot" has prepared a reference "Main points on the persecution of protest participants in Georgia".