Opposition protests in Abkhazia on November 15 led to a deterioration in relations with Russia.
The republic's Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the events an attempted coup d'état.
The department stated that the protests were damaging the country's image and its ties with its Russian ally. RBC provides details.
Abkhazian President Aslan Bzhania stated that the protests are a threat to the stability of the state and an attempt at a coup d'état.
Despite the confrontation between the authorities and the opposition, he is not ready to resign.
The government assured that all government services are operating normally.
The leader of the Abkhaz People's Movement, Adgur Ardzinba, in turn, noted that the protesters are not speaking out against Russia.
The opposition is concerned about the influence of Russian oligarchs on the country following the agreements on Russian investments.
For reference
A coup d'état is the overthrow of power by a faction within the power itself that controls the security forces.
