Overview
- Hundreds gathered in central Tbilisi after a delayed start and marched toward the presidential palace during municipal voting.
- Some participants tried to force the palace railings before police moved in to stop an attempted breach.
- Interfax reported that special forces deployed irritant spray to disperse the crowd and prevent entry to the complex.
- Authorities had warned on the eve of the rally that any attempt at a revolution would be met with firm repression.
- Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, quoted via TASS, said Georgian Dream was leading with more than 70% of votes in municipalities, while organizer Paata Burchuladze reported eye irritation and said he sought to return power to the people.