The dispute over the “length” of minutes to leave the territory is the manipulation by the opposition. Such a statement made Vazha Siradze, Patrol Police Chief, at the protest site.

“Setting up barricades on roadway and artificially blocking roads is a violation of law. Artificially blocking roads is illegal. We called on them to clear the roadway and gave them a reasonable timeframe. People are on the roadway. The law applies throughout Georgia, and we are exercising our legally granted authority.

We can read the law and see what rights they have and what they do not. While they have the right to protest, it is important to recognize that there are certain restrictions to follow.

Depending on the number of people, it’s a matter of assessment of what actions law enforcement will take at any specific moment”, - said Vazha Siradze.

Earlier, police gave protesters and organizers a 15-minute deadline to clear the roadway [Chavchavadze Avenue].