Georgian Parliament members brawl over "foreign agents" bill legislation

The Georgian Dream party in Georgia has announced its intention to reintroduce legislation requiring organizations that receive funds from abroad to register as "foreign agents." This bill has been met with criticism from Western countries and has prompted protests domestically. A parliamentary hearing on the matter resulted in scuffles between lawmakers, with an opposition MP reportedly punching a ruling party lawmaker who co-sponsored the bill. Tensions have been rising in Georgia as the ruling party and opposition debate whether to deepen relations with the West or reconnect with Russia. The proposed "foreign influence" bill has added to these tensions, causing controversy both at home and abroad.