Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg joined a political demonstration in Tbilisi, Georgia, on Monday, voicing her support for citizens protesting against the Georgian government and recent parliamentary election results. Thunberg condemned the election as “an outrageous development, an authoritarian development,” underscoring her growing involvement in global justice issues.

🗣️"I am here to support the fight for democracy and freedom of the Georgian people, who have been standing up time and time again against the repression they are facing from the state," climate activist @GretaThunberg said, joining the rally in #Tbilisi. #GEOElections2024 pic.twitter.com/bUw1C5Gpom

— Netgazeti (@netgazeti) November 4, 2024

 

“I am here to express my support and solidarity to all activists and citizens who are coming forward to defend their fundamental rights such as freedom, justice and democracy,” Thunberg told local media. The Georgian parliamentary election, held on October 26, resulted in a victory for the pro-Russian Georgian Dream party, which claimed nearly 54% of the vote. However, the election has been widely contested, with allegations of corruption, intimidation, and vote-buying. Both opposition parties and Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili have condemned the election results, promising to challenge the legitimacy of the current government.

 

Thunberg’s participation in the protest is seen as a significant show of international solidarity with the Georgian opposition. Expressing admiration for those who continue to demonstrate despite facing adversity, she stated, “This is an outrageous development, an authoritarian development that is happening in Georgia now, and I have great respect for the people who again and again fill the streets and use the right to demonstrate to express their dissatisfaction with the current situation, despite the oppression.”

 

In an image from the rally, Thunberg wore a keffiyeh, symbolizing her support for Palestinians under Israeli occupation and military pressure. Her presence in Tbilisi adds to a year marked by her activism expanding into social and political issues beyond climate change, including pro-Palestinian protests where she was detained earlier this year.

 

Reports indicate that the demonstration was one of several resistance marches planned across Tbilisi this week. Opposition leaders, including Giorgi Vashadze of the United National Movement, voiced strong criticisms of the election and called for a new vote. “We demand the appointment of new elections. We do not recognize the stolen elections and we do not recognize the legitimacy of the parliament,” Vashadze said. He added that protests will likely intensify if the government fails to address the allegations surrounding the election. 

 

Following the election, the European Commission released a critical report on Georgia’s EU accession progress, stalling the country’s membership bid. Vashadze, speaking on behalf of the opposition, emphasized the significance of the current protests, calling participation a universal responsibility: “Joining this fight is not only our responsibility, it is the responsibility of everyone.”

 

Based on a report by Politico 2024-11-06

 

 

 

Great, Greta always picks the right side of the argument to support. You go girl...

Next stop Washington DC

1 minute ago, Hummin said:

Next stop Washington DC

 

She should head up the EPA

I agree with her about Georgia but I think she's spreading herself too thin. She should have stuck to environment issues.

1 minute ago, Jingthing said:

I agree with her about Georgia but I think she's spreading herself too thin. She should have stuck to environment issues.

 

She is. Who wins this election is very important for environmental issues.

2 minutes ago, pattayasan said:

 

She is. Who wins this election is very important for environmental issues.

I think you're talking about another election.

18 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

I think you're talking about another election.

I dono could apply to both,love to see her annoy Donald that would be fun!🤩 

Just now, Tug said:

I dono could apply to both,love to see her annoy Donald that would be fun!🤩 

If Russia helps Mr. Trump take power if he loses I think Greta would be a distraction.

2 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

If Russia helps Mr. Trump take power if he loses I think Greta would be a distraction.

I’m trying to stay positive I’m thinking trump is going to have his rear end handed to him again…..

1 minute ago, Tug said:

I’m trying to stay positive I’m thinking trump is going to have his rear end handed to him again…..

Well at this point any optimism I have is of the nauseus variety.

3 minutes ago, Jingthing said:

Well at this point any optimism I have is of the nauseus variety.

We will know within 48 hours im thinking possibly sooner 

Just now, Tug said:

We will know within 48 hours im thinking possibly sooner 

Not certain. 

Pennsylvania results may take several days.

Where does she get her money from?

If confirmed, Georgian Dream's victory would prove a blow to those Georgians who hope for closer integration with Europe in a vote billed as a choice between the West and Russia.

Early official results with 70% of precincts counted, representing the majority of votes cast, showed the ruling party had won 53% of the vote, the electoral commission said. The results do not include most ballots cast by Georgians living overseas. https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/georgia-votes-election-seen-stark-choice-between-russia-west-2024-10-26/

Putin will not allow a Georgian break away for sovereign independence. Otherwise Putin will have to conduct another Special Operation.

 

2 hours ago, soalbundy said:

Where does she get her money from?

 

Useful idiots.

Ms Greta walked all the way to Tbilisi?

2 minutes ago, Woke to Sounds of Horking said:

Ms Greta walked all the way to Tbilisi?

 

Flew there on the back of a vegan unicorn. 

23 minutes ago, Woke to Sounds of Horking said:

Ms Greta walked all the way to Tbilisi?

I wondered that as well, especially as she allegedly hates the use of fossil fuels.

 

I also wonder how she got a visa to get into Georgia in the first place, and on what grounds.

14 minutes ago, billd766 said:

I wondered that as well, especially as she allegedly hates the use of fossil fuels.

She travelled over land.

 

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I also wonder how she got a visa to get into Georgia in the first place, and on what grounds.

Swedes don't need a visa to enter Georgia.

3 minutes ago, Eloquent pilgrim said:

 

5 hours ago, Jingthing said:

I agree with her about Georgia but I think she's spreading herself too thin. She should have stuck to environment issues.

And of course the genocide going on in Gaza. 

 

How do you like her scarf? 

19 minutes ago, billd766 said:

I wondered that as well, especially as she allegedly hates the use of fossil fuels.

 

I also wonder how she got a visa to get into Georgia in the first place, and on what grounds.

She's Swedish so visa free I believe. Check it out! Seems like a fun place to visit. Apart from Moscow's proximity.

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1 minute ago, josephbloggs said:

She travelled over land.

 

Swedes don't need a visa to enter Georgia.

Which Georgia are yiu talking about?

I am for whatever she is protesting against

3 hours ago, soalbundy said:

Where does she get her money from?

 

This is a good question

 

We all know that Greta Tunberg is just a tool in the hands of American Democrats.

5 minutes ago, mogandave said:

How do you like her scarf? 

 

Blue would match her eyes better.

 

5 minutes ago, mogandave said:

And of course the genocide going on in Gaza. 

 

There is no genocide going on in Gaza; try to educate yourself as to the meaning of words before using them. And don’t try and hijack threads for your own agenda, it is against forum rules.

 

 

6 minutes ago, josephbloggs said:

22 minutes ago, billd766 said:

I wondered that as well, especially as she allegedly hates the use of fossil fuels.

She travelled over land.

 

So vehicles that travel over land don't use fossil fuels?