Georgia's “foreign agents” bill sparks mass protests

Georgia’s parliament approved the first reading of a bill on “foreign agents” this week, sparking protests in the capital Tbilisi. The proposed law would require media outlets and non-profit organizations that receive over 20% of their funding from abroad to register as entities influenced by foreign sources. As lawmakers deliberated on the legislation, thousands gathered in front of the parliament building in Tbilisi to protest. Critics argue that the legislation could harm Georgia's long-desired aspirations to become a member of the European Union.