Georgian election sees ruling party in the lead as opposition claims vote was ‘stolen’

Georgian election sees ruling party in the lead as opposition claims vote was ‘stolen’

The Georgian opposition is refusing to recognize the preliminary results of Saturday’s parliamentary election, which show the national-conservative ruling party leading with 70% of the votes counted. The election commission said Georgian Dream – which favors cooperation with Russia – is leading with 53% of the vote, securing an absolute majority. The Unity electoral alliance, … Read more