Protesters gathered outside the Georgian Parliament in Tbilisi, Georgia, on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, to demonstrate against alleged election fraud following the country’s parliamentary elections. The unrest saw a mix of peaceful vigils, fiery displays of defiance, and confrontations with riot police. Demonstrators waved Georgian and European Union flags, lit candles, and launched fireworks into the night sky, underscoring their dissatisfaction with the election results and calling for transparency. The protests reflected a deepening divide in the nation’s political landscape, with participants demanding accountability and alignment with European democratic values. (VX Photo/ Louis Lemaire-Sicre)