"Georgia's Struggle with Controversial 'Foreign Agents' Bill Sparks Protests and Political Turmoil"

Georgia's parliament has passed the first reading of a controversial foreign agent law, sparking mass protests in Tbilisi. Critics argue that the bill, which requires media and non-commercial organizations to register as being under foreign influence if they receive more than 20% of their funding from abroad, would hinder Georgia's aspirations to join the European Union. The EU has expressed concern over the legislation, warning that it does not align with EU core norms and values. Despite President Zourabichvili's pledge to veto the law if passed, the ruling party may override the veto.