Georgian opposition political forces have officially announced the non-recognition of the presidential elections, which are to be held on December 14.
Points of attention
- The Georgian opposition rejects the legitimacy of the upcoming presidential elections scheduled for December 14, citing government actions as illegitimate.
- The opposition emphasizes that Salome Zurabishvili is the only legitimate president of the country amidst the political turmoil.
- Anti-government protests in Georgia continue as citizens and European Parliament deputies express their discontent with the current situation.
- The opposition calls for new, free, and fair elections to end the political crisis and restore democratic principles in Georgia.
- Georgia seeks international support to address the political situation and hopes for effective steps towards a resolution.
The opposition of Georgia does not recognize the results of the presidential elections
The opposition forces, which include the Coalition for Change, Unity — National Movement, Strong Georgia and Gakharia for Georgia, have emphasized that the only legitimate state institution is Salome Zurabishvili, the country's president.
We do not recognize the so-called presidential elections scheduled for December 14 by the so-called parliament captured by Ivanishvili, which has neither international nor domestic political legitimacy.
The opposition also noted that it will not recognize the political parties that won the elections on October 26, as well as the "self-proclaimed government and its branches."
The illegitimate parliament does not have the power to elect a president — thus, Salome Zurabishvili remains the president of Georgia, the commander-in-chief of the Defense Forces and the country's highest representative in foreign relations. There is only one way out of the acute political crisis that has arisen — new, free and fair elections. We appreciate the support of our international partners and look forward to further effective and decisive steps.
Anti-government protests continue in Georgia
In Georgia, thousands of people continue to gather, protesting against the actions of the government, which reversed the country's European integration.
So, on the evening of December 12, those who care are already gathering under the parliament. Members of the European Parliament will also take part in the action.
