Georgian Election Sparks Protests Amid Allegations of Fraud

The ruling Georgian Dream party's victory is contested by opposition and international observers, raising concerns over democratic integrity.

• Thousands protest in Tbilisi against the October 26 election results, claiming the election was rigged in favor of the pro-Russian Georgian Dream party.
• International observers, including the OSCE, report significant irregularities such as voter intimidation and ballot-stuffing.
• Western leaders, including U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, call for investigations into the alleged election violations.
• The EU has frozen Georgia's accession application due to concerns over democratic backsliding under the current government.
• The ruling party's supporters emphasize peace with Russia, while opposition advocates for closer EU ties.

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