In a closely watched parliamentary election, Georgia's ruling Georgian Dream party secured a decisive victory, garnering 53.93% of the votes. The elections, held under a fully proportional system for the first time, saw nearly 90% of voters using electronic devices to cast their ballots, marking a significant shift towards digital voting in the country.
The opposition, a coalition of four alliances, received 37.79% of the vote, sparking intense debates and allegations of irregularities. The national election commission confirmed the final results on Saturday, amidst claims of fraud and interference.
President Salome Zourabichvili has been a vocal critic of the election process, referring to the vote as a \"Russian special operation\" and refusing to recognize the results. Her stance has fueled tensions between pro-Western factions and the ruling party.
Allegations of Russian meddling have further complicated the political landscape. Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has firmly denied any involvement, labeling the claims as \"completely unfounded\".
As Georgia navigates its newly proportional electoral system, the international community remains watchful of the country's political stability and the integrity of its democratic processes.
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Georgia's poll body confirms ruling party's win in parliamentary vote
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