Georgia's Contested Election Sparks Recount Amid Fraud Claims

Georgia’s central electoral commission announced a recount at 14% of polling stations following a controversial parliamentary election in the country. Claims of fraud and discrepancies in voting processes led pro-Western opposition parties and international bodies, including the EU and NATO, to demand thorough investigations.

In a move to address controversy, Georgia's central electoral commission declared plans to recount ballots in 14% of polling stations after a disputed parliamentary election.

Following allegations of rigging, the Georgian Dream party, which reportedly won 54% of the vote, faces intense scrutiny from both local opposition and international observers demanding clarity. Mass protests erupted in Tbilisi, catalyzing calls for transparency.

The recount's timeline remains unspecified, but officials emphasize the process will be open to oversight from authorized representatives, aiming to bolster faith in the electoral system amid widespread fraud allegations documented by several monitoring bodies.

(With inputs from agencies.)