TBILISI, Georgia (AP) - Opposition leaders in Georgia are planning the first major protest against President Mikhail Saakashvili since the country’s August war with Russia.

The United Opposition coalition’s protest Friday marks a year since riot police used tear gas, rubber bullets and water cannons to disperse peaceful demonstrators calling for Saakashvili’s ouster.

Anger over Georgia’s losses in the war has added to the dissatisfaction among Saakashvili’s opponents.

But at least two significant opposition parties are staying away from the protest, citing the need for unity against Russia following the war.