Georgian Opposition Demands New Election Amid Allegations of Russian Interference

Protests erupt in Tbilisi as opposition leaders reject parliamentary results, calling for international oversight.

Thousands of Georgians are protesting in Tbilisi, challenging the legitimacy of the October 26 parliamentary election results.
Opposition leaders accuse the ruling Georgian Dream party of election fraud with alleged Russian support, demanding new elections under international observation.
President Salome Zourabichvili supports the call for new elections, citing a crisis of legitimacy and alleged manipulation by the ruling party.
European Union officials and U.S. representatives have urged a full investigation into the reported election irregularities.
Georgia's EU membership application is currently suspended due to the country's adoption of laws similar to Russian legislation, raising concerns over democratic backsliding.