Violent Anti-LGBTQ Mob Shuts Down Pride Festival in Georgia Despite Police Presence
- Up to 2,000 protesters disrupted Tbilisi's Pride festival, accusing the government of colluding with the attackers.
- Clashes occurred between police and protesters, forcing the cancellation of the event and evacuation of participants.
- The mob vandalized and looted the festival site with little resistance from police.
- Georgia’s religious and cultural values are strongly opposed to LGBTQ rights.
- International groups have called on Georgia to protect LGBTQ rights and hold protesters accountable.
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