Pro-European protests in Tbilisi have been ongoing for 593 days.

Supporters of Georgia's Eurointegration gathered in front of the parliament building in Tbilisi for the 593rd consecutive day, demanding the release of political prisoners. A protest also took place in Kutaisi.

As reported by "Caucasian Knot", on July 12, participants of the rally on Rustaveli Avenue in Tbilisi demanded the release of political prisoners.

For the 593rd evening in a row, a meeting of supporters of the Euro-Atlantic course is taking place in front of the building on Rustaveli Avenue, protesting against the policies of the "Georgian Dream". Activists are demanding the release of prisoners of conscience, the repeal of repressive laws, and fair elections, reports Publika.

Participants of the rally held national flags, as well as flags of the European Union, Ukraine, and the USA. Some demonstrators had posters saying "Freedom for political prisoners", "Come out to the streets", "We will not be swayed from the right path", and "These judges deserve to be judged themselves", according to photos published by photographer Georgy Mosiashvili (Mo Se) and Netgazeti on Facebook*.

The rally took place in a calm atmosphere - activists communicated with each other in groups, some read books, and many came to the parliament with children and pets. A group of young people played with a ball during the rally. Judging by the recordings published by Mtavari and Facebook* user Tamar Bartaia, at least 150 people gathered on Rustaveli.

Daily pro-European actions are also taking place in Kutaisi. Today, about 15 people participated in the rally in this city, according to a post on the page Info imereti..

"Caucasian Knot" also reported that female tourists from Russia reacted to the rally at the parliament of Georgia in memory of the slain fighters who fought on the side of Ukraine, which took place on the 591st day of daily protests, with offensive gestures. The police had to take the tourists under protection. Some commentators on Facebook* considered that the tourists were merely responding to the aggression of the demonstrators, while others stated that it was their behavior that caused the incident.

Since November 28, 2024, participants in the protests in Georgia have been demanding new parliamentary elections and the release of political prisoners. Law enforcement has conducted harsh crackdowns on protests, using tear gas and water cannons, and detaining protesters. During the protests, thousands of people have faced administrative prosecution. "Caucasian Knot" has prepared a report on "The main points on the persecution of protest participants in Georgia".