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Unrest ongoing in Russia-dependent Georgian breakaway region

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Maria Katamadze
November 16, 2024

The protest centers on protecting local economic interests. DW covers the response of de facto Abkhazian President Aslan Bzhania to protesters' demands and the latest developments.

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