Unrest in Georgia as far-right loyalist set for presidency

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Georgia's ruling party is set to appoint a former soccer star as president through a controversial election process. The opposition sees the move as a further blow to the country's European aspirations.

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From Football to Politics: Former Manchester City Star Kavelashvili Elected President of Georgia
Mikhail Kavelashvili, a former Manchester City footballer, has been elected as the new president of Georgia, with over 200 MPs backing his candidacy. This marks a significant shift as Georgia's presidential elections have traditionally been held by popular vote. However, Kavelashvili’s appointment has sparked protests from the opposition, accusing the ruling party of undermining democracy. As Kavelashvili steps into office, the country faces growing tension between pro-EU opposition and the ruling Georgian Dream party, further fueling political unrest. Will Kavelashvili’s presidency bring stability or deepen the divide in Georgia? #MikhailKavelashvili #GeorgianPresident #FootballToPolitics #GeorgianDream #PoliticalUnrest #OppositionProtests #GeorgianPolitics #ManCity #EuropeanUnion #GeorgianParliament #DemocracyUnderThreat Also Read NATO Chief Mark Rutte Warns of Putin's Intent for Long-Term Confrontation with Europe :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/nato-chief-warns-putin-long-term-confrontation-europe-011-4014089.html?ref=DMDesc Giorgia Meloni Recognised As Europe's Most Influential Person By Politico :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/giorgia-meloniurope-most-influential-person-politico-011-4013051.html?ref=DMDesc EU Cracks Down On Deceptive Blue Tick System :: https://www.oneindia.com/feature/eu-cracks-down-on-deceptive-blue-tick-system-3877541.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.274~ED.103~ED.101~GR.124~

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Georgia (U.S. state)

State in the Southeastern region of the United States
A Georgia man has been charged over the 1985 killing of a couple at a black church after the original suspect was exonerated by DNA evidence.
4 days ago • Sky News
The UK will reduce its support and engagement with Georgia following "shocking scenes of violence", the foreign secretary has said.
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