Georgian 'Foreign Agent' Law Advances In 67 Seconds Amid Violent Clashes Outside

The Georgian parliament's Legal Committee took just 67 seconds to advance a controversial "foreign agent" bill on May 13. Some lawmakers said they could not make it to the chamber in time due to the massive police operation outside. Earlier, security forces clashed with demonstrators, beating some of the protesters. Opposition groups say the proposed bill could endanger both civil liberties and the country's bid for European Union membership.