Thousands rally in Georgia in support of 'Russian' foreign influence law
Thousands of people have attended a pro-government rally in the Georgian capital Tbilisi in support of a controversial foreign influence law. The divisive draft law requires media and non-commercial organisations to register as being under foreign influence if they receive more than 20% of their funding from abroad. Critics say it could undermine democracy and derail the country’s chances of joining the European Union. Similar legislation in Russia was used to suppress voices and groups critical of the Kremlin. Supporters of the bill - proposed by the ruling Georgian Dream party - say ensuring...