Opera singer charged with coup attempt in Georgia
Georgia has charged five politicians with attempting to overthrow the government
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Five pro-EU politicians have been arrested in Georgia following violent protests in Tbilisi during municipal elections. Among those detained is opera singer Paata Burchuladze, who leads the Rustaveli Avenue protest movement, along with four other opposition politicians. The ruling Georgian Dream party claimed victory in Saturday's municipal elections.
Burchuladze had encouraged supporters to 'seize power' in Tbilisi, with support from other opposition figures. Protesters carrying American, EU, and Ukrainian flags stormed the presidential residence, leading to police intervention with tear gas and water cannons. The confrontation resulted in injuries to six protesters and 21 police officers.
The Interior Ministry has charged the five with inciting riots and attempting to overthrow the government.