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EU Warns Georgia on Foreign Influence Law: Impact on Accession Prospects

The European Union is deeply concerned about Georgia's recent adoption of a controversial law on foreign influence.

Josep Borrell, the EU's chief diplomat, cautioned on Monday that this move could jeopardise the country's accession prospects. According to reports from France Presse, ministers convened to discuss the matter, with 26 out of 27 member states sharing this apprehension.

Borrell further elaborated that the EU is considering several options, including freezing military aid under the European Instrument for Peace and withholding a portion of financial assistance earmarked for Tbilisi.

These measures, slated for potential discussion during an upcoming summit of European leaders on Thursday and Friday, do not require unanimous consent, rendering Hungary unable to block them.

On June 3, Georgian authorities enacted legislation concerning foreign influence, drawing inspiration from a Russian document. This move triggered extensive protests in Tbilisi lasting several weeks and drew sharp criticism from Western nations.

Translation by Iurie Tataru

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