“The fact that his arrest before the appeal is being used shows that the use of force shows that the Georgian authorities are clearly disregarding the rule of law and the integrity of the judiciary, and that the arrest is politically motivated,” Amnesty International said in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
“Nika Melia and at least 20 other people were detained during the chaotic events. Police reportedly used tear gas or pepper spray to arrest him. Last week, a court decision was appealed. “His arrest before the appeal was heard, using even more force, shows that the Georgian authorities are clearly disregarding the rule of law and the integrity of the judiciary, and that the arrest is politically motivated,” said Denis Krivosheev.
“Georgian police raided the head office of the United National Movement. Arrested party leader Nika Melia and dozens of others. According to reports, the National Movement against the supporters who are likely to enter the office of the police officers tried to block, police batons and using chemical irritants “- says” saertashorisso amnesty, “the website reads.
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