Georgia is facing a tumultuous political landscape following the recent parliamentary elections, where the ruling party, perceived as pro-Russian, claimed victory amidst widespread allegations of vote-rigging and intimidation. The Georgian President has called for mass protests and rejected the election results, accusing the government of collaborating with Russia to influence the outcome. International observers have raised concerns over irregularities, prompting calls from the EU and the US for investigations into the electoral process. As pro-European opposition groups dispute the legitimacy of the vote, experts warn that Georgia’s aspirations for EU integration hang in the balance, while Russia appears poised to strengthen its influence in the region.