Overview
- Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili said the filing targets the United National Movement, the Ahali–Coalition for Change, and the Strong Georgia–Lelo bloc.
- The ruling party bases its case on Article 23 and on a parliamentary commission’s findings tied to alleged Saakashvili‑era abuses, alleging efforts to overturn the constitutional order.
- Georgian Dream argues the parties reject the government’s legitimacy, referenced the 2024 election dispute, and cited incidents such as a parliament breach during protests.
- The Constitutional Court has up to nine months to decide on the request, with critics noting perceptions that the court is aligned with the ruling party.
- Opposition figures condemned the filing as a decisive blow to democracy, as long‑running protests, opposition detentions, and strained EU ties form the broader backdrop.