**Georgian Dream Steps Up Attacks on US Embassy and NGOs**
The ruling party, Georgian Dream (GD), has intensified its attacks on the US Embassy in Georgia, USAID, and other foreign donor organizations. They claim that these groups are working together to undermine the country’s sovereignty.
In a statement made during an official visit to Kazakhstan, GD Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze accused the US Embassy and USAID of coordinating their efforts against the Georgian people and government. He expressed hope that the new US administration would change its attitude towards Georgia and put an end to what he called “ugly coordination” with other foreign actors.
The GD has also announced plans to adopt more restrictive laws targeting civil society organizations and the media. This includes replacing the existing law on Foreign Agents with a new one that is similar to the American Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA).
**Restrictive Laws and Media Crackdown**
GD officials have been criticizing the US Embassy, USAID, and other Western donor organizations for months. They claim that these groups are trying to destabilize Georgia’s government and people. The criticism intensified after the new US President announced a global suspension of all foreign aid.
The GD has also taken aim at independent media outlets and civil society organizations that receive funding from the West. They claim that these groups are working to undermine Georgia’s sovereignty.
**Protests and Election Demands**
As tensions between the GD government and protesters supporting pro-EU and pro-Western foreign policy continue, the GD is facing pressure to hold new elections and release detained protesters. The government has responded by cracking down on civil society organizations and media outlets that receive Western funding.
The situation remains tense in Georgia as protests continue and the GD government faces criticism from the international community.
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