Tensions soared in central Tbilisi afterthousands of demonstrators filled the centre of the city on April 28 to protest against the so-called foreign agents law that is making its way through parliament. Riot police were deployed toblock access to the square in front of the parliament building and began to pepper spray protestors. According to estimates, approximately 20,000 people participated in the protests, which are in their twelfth day. The parliament building has been placed on yellow security alert, and visitor entry is restricted. Large crowds closed down the city centre, marching tow…