Georgia Election Controversy Sparks Investigative Probe

Georgia's Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into alleged election fraud following the parliamentary election where the ruling party claimed victory. President Salome Zourabichvili, critical of the government, will be questioned. Observers reported electoral misconduct but did not label the election as rigged.

Georgia's political landscape faces turmoil as the Prosecutor's Office initiates an investigation into potential election fraud. The probe follows Saturday's election, which saw the Georgian Dream party secure a controversial majority, drawing criticism and claims of fraud from opposition parties.

President Salome Zourabichvili, known for her critical stance against the government, is set to be summoned for questioning. Her comments echo accusations of a falsified vote count, which have cast a shadow over the election's legitimacy.

The situation has drawn international attention, with the OSCE and other election observers noting instances of voter intimidation, bribery, and ballot-stuffing. Despite these issues, the observers stopped short of declaring the election results as entirely rigged.

(With inputs from agencies.)