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 U.S. Expresses Deep Alarm Over Georgia's Foreign Agent Bill Amid Political Crisis
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The United States expresses deep alarm over Georgia's foreign agent bill, urging support for Euro-Atlantic aspirations. The bill, which requires organizations receiving over 20% of funding from abroad to register as foreign agents, sparks a political crisis. The EU warns it could hinder integration efforts. Georgian Prime Minister rejects criticism, highlighting strong institutions protecting national interests. Bipartisan group of US senators expresses concern, warning of a shift in US policy if the law passes. Poverty rate in Georgia halved since 2012, with economic growth expected to decrease it further. Excessive force used against protesters, UN rights chief urges withdrawal of the bill. #Georgia #ForeignAgentBill #PoliticalCrisis #US #EU #Poverty #Protests #HumanRights...

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