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Georgian Authorities Accused of Using Chemical Weapon on Protesters

12/4/2025

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British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) reports that Georgian authorities used camite, a World War I-era chemical weapon, against anti-government protesters in Tbilisi in 2024.
Protesters reported burning sensations, coughing, and vomiting after water cannon exposure as protests continued.
Experts said symptoms align with camite, which has long-lasting effects.
The Georgian government dismissed the findings as absurd, claiming the actions were lawful.
Human rights advocates say the incident violates international law.

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British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) reports that Georgian authorities used camite, a World War I-era chemical weapon, against anti-government protesters in Tbilisi in 2024.
Protesters reported burning sensations, coughing, and vomiting after water cannon exposure as protests continued.
Experts said symptoms align with camite, which has long-lasting effects.
The Georgian government dismissed the findings as absurd, claiming the actions were lawful.
Human rights advocates say the incident violates international law.