Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze has criticized the ongoing protests on Chavchavadze Avenue, central Tbilisi, calling them a ’manifestation of radicalism,’ which he claims has no future in Georgia.
Speaking about the demonstrations, Kaladze said the opposition’s allegations of election fraud are part of a false narrative designed to mislead the public.
“These actions, in the form we see, are radical moves by a defeated opposition. The majority of the population has placed them where they belong—on the political sidelines. They lied to their supporters during the election campaign, claimed victory, showcased fake exit polls, and then launched a campaign alleging election fraud. What is happening on Chavchavadze Avenue is just another piece of this radicalism, but the era of radicalism is over in our country. Radicalism and malice will always be defeated,” Kaladze stated.
The mayor dismissed expectations of international condemnation of incidents like the recent actions targeting Central Election Commission Chairman Giorgi Kalandarishvili, who was sprayed with black paint by an opposition member at the summary session of the CEC.
“There is a clear double standard at play. The actions of the radical
opposition are guided by external forces. These homeland-less, treacherous agents are simply following orders, and I expect no international response or condemnation,” Kaladze added.
When asked about some opposition leaders and their stance regarding the protests, the mayor emphasized that it is not important as the most important task at this stage is maintaining peace and stability in the country.
’’Parliament will convene in a few days, the Prime Minister and cabinet will be approved, and we will continue delivering on the promises we made. We have no time to stop; we must ensure the country’s economic development and progress for the well-being of our people,” Kaladze concluded.
