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Georgia's president refuses to appear in election fraud probe

The Prosecutor’s Office in Georgia announced on Wednesday it has launched an investigation into alleged vote rigging in last weekend’s parliamentary election.

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Georgian officials probe election fraud claims amid opposition outcry

Following last weekend’s parliamentary election, Georgia's prosecutor’s office has launched an investigation into alleged vote rigging as tens of thousands rallied to denounce the result.

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EU calls for swift probe of alleged irregularities in Georgia election

The elections in Georgia have been marred by reports of intimidation, coercion and vote-buying, prompting calls by the EU for swift investigations.

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Georgian president calls for protests after disputed election

The ruling Georgian Dream party claimed a majority in Saturday's election with opposition parties claiming that the vote had been "rigged."

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Georgian Dream MP: Technology limits election-rigging speculation

In an interview with Euronews right after the Georgian election results were released, MP from the ruling Georgian Dream party and chair of the EU integration committee Maka Botchorishvili spoke to Euronews about claims over the vote's irregularity.

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Western observers confirm intimidation during Georgian elections

International observers said there were concerns with the electoral process both before and during elections in Georgia, fuelling polarisation between Georgian Dream and opposition parties who claim the result was "rigged."

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Georgia's pivotal elections: Four key takeaways

The ruling Georgian Dream claimed a majority in last night's election based on data from the country's electoral commission, but four main opposition parties refused to accept the result claiming the election was "rigged."

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Georgia's opposition dispute result of crucial vote

Hours of voting saw the ruling Georgian Dream claim victory based on data from the country's electoral commission, however opposition parties were quick to dispute the results.

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High voter turnout in Georgia's pivotal parliamentary elections

With just a few hours left before polls close, Georgia's voter turnout stood at 50.6 per cent by 5pm local time, according to the Central Election Commission.

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Georgian Dream in the lead as opposition parties say vote was 'stolen'

Follow our live blog for updates and results as Georgians vote in an election seen as a critical point in shaping the country's future inside, or outside, of the EU.

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Brussels, my love? Could return hubs solve the EU migration conundrum?

In this edition, we shed light on Italy's Albanian model for processing asylum seekers, and hear how the victory plan of Ukraine's President Zelenskyy went down in Brussels.

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Georgia votes in divisive election which could determine its future

The iliberal ruling Georgian Dream party has also vowed to change the constitution and ban opposition parties if it secures 75% of the seats in parliament.

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Georgia PM rejects Russian influence and embraces Europe ahead of vote

In an in-depth interview with Euronews, Georgia's PM Irakli Kobakhidze emphasizes the upcoming elections as crucial for EU integration and distancing from Russian influence, amid economic growth and political polarisation.

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Georgia prepares for election which could determine future in Europe

Many Georgians fear if the ruling 'Georgian Dream' party is re-elected, it could kill off aspirations to EU membership entirely.

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Georgia ratifies law curbing LGBTQ+ rights despite president's dissent

The law, which includes bans on same-sex marriages, was approved by parliament before being opposed by pro-European President Salome Zourabichvili.

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Georgia passes Russian-style anti-LGBTQ+ law ahead of crucial election

Many critics of the Georgian Dream-led government say the legislation flies in the face of the country's EU accession process.

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'It's not only about football': Georgia Euros debut reignites EU hopes

Georgia will face Turkey at 6 pm CET in a historic game that's expected to bring the country together after months of social unrest.

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Massive Attack protests Georgia’s attack on 'basic human rights'

The band's announcement comes as thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Georgia recently, protesting a parliament-approved law regulating the media and NGOs, which for many echoes similar legislation in Russia.

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Georgian parliament signs controversial 'foreign agents' bill into law

Georgia's "foreign agents" bill, sparking protests and a presidential veto over concerns for media freedom and EU membership aspirations, is defended by the ruling Georgian Dream party but still faces calls for abandonment from the EU and US.

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Georgia's EU hopes fade as parliament approves 'Russian law'

The legislation was set in stone despite a final attempt by president Salome Zourabichvili to veto it.