Protests Erupt Over Election Legitimacy in Georgia

Protests have erupted in Tbilisi, Georgia, in response to the parliamentary election results where the ruling Georgian Dream Party claimed victory amidst allegations of electoral fraud. President Salome Zurabitchvili has publicly denounced the election as a sham, urging citizens to rally against the results. The opposition is advocating for new elections, suggesting that an international body should oversee the electoral process rather than the local Central Election Commission. As tensions rise, the situation is reminiscent of historical uprisings in the region, highlighting ongoing struggles between pro-European sentiments and Russian influence.