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Nodar Aroshanidze

Nodar Aroshinadze, an architectural historian, was detained on the night of December 2nd during pro-European protests in Tbilisi. He was on Rustaveli Avenue, in front of the "Marriott" hotel, where he stood facing special forces along with other citizens. Documented as having been subjected to torture/ill-treatment.

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LAST UPDATED · JUL 6, 2026

Lazare Maghlakelidze

Lazare Maglakelidze, a bachelor's degree student at Sapienza University in Applied Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, faced an unfortunate and brutal experience in Tbilisi on December 2, 2024. He was arrested on Rustaveli Avenue during a protest against the government's anti-Western statements and unlawful detentions. The charges against him included petty hooliganism, disobedience to a lawful police order, and insulting a police officer. Documented as having been subjected to torture/ill-treatment.

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LAST UPDATED · JUL 6, 2026

Zviad Maisashvili

Zviad Maisashvili, a 23-year-old student, became a symbol of police brutality during pro-European demonstrations in Tbilisi. Video footage captured on November 30th shows police officers brutally beating Maisashvili. Documented as having been subjected to torture/ill-treatment.

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LAST UPDATED · JUL 6, 2026

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