Brawl breaks out in Georgia parliament

Brawl breaks out in Georgia’s parliament

KUTAISI, Georgia -- A political battle in the republic of Georgia turned into a brawl on the floor of parliament Friday.

Lawmakers used their fists to try to settle a dispute over how many delegates from the ruling and opposition parties should be appointed to international institutions.

Harsh words turned to flying punches -- Some members of Parliament even ripped their microphones off desks and used them as weapons.

It's not the first time a disagreement has turned violent. In 2013, two lawmakers traded blows during a debate on live television.

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