UFC champion Ilia Topuria has publicly voiced his approval for the ongoing protests in Georgia, which erupted following the government’s decision to suspend its efforts to join the European Union. Topuria, who is of Georgian descent, expressed his opposition to this decision on Instagram.
Ilia Topuria Backs Georgian Protesters
The protests began on November 28, 2024, after the ruling Georgian Dream party announced that it would halt EU accession talks until at least 2028. This decision has been met with widespread disapproval from many Georgians who view EU membership as a crucial step for the country’s development and alignment with Western values.