Protests overtook the streets of Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, after the government paused its efforts to join the European Union.

Protesters and police clashed in Georgia's capital Tbilisi for a fifth straight night on Monday, with signs of opposition spreading across the country over the government's decision to suspend talks on joining the European Union.

Georgia’s president said Monday that pro-EU protests involving tens of thousands of people showed no sign of stopping after police fired water cannons and tear gas on a fourth night of demonstrations.

Protests in Georgia continue for a fourth night, sparked by the suspension of EU membership talks, leading to confrontations between police and demonstrators across the country. Critics allege the government is leaning towards authoritarianism and closer ties with Russia.