The EU plans to suspend its visa regime with Georgia due to concerns over democratic backsliding by the ruling party, Georgian Dream. EU officials express that such measures may harm the Georgian populace rather than its leadership. The situation is complicated by the pro-European sentiment among the public and the government's ties with Russia. Recent arrests of opposition figures have raised alarms about the justice system in Georgia, leading to discussions of targeted sanctions. The EU's relationship with Georgia is strained, especially after the country did not align with EU sanctions against Russia and passed controversial laws restricting NGO activities. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)