Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has criticized Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s remarks regarding the recent elections in Georgia, stating, “He does not speak on behalf of European countries, he does not speak on behalf of Sweden. Perhaps he speaks on behalf of Russia, but he does not speak for us or for the others.”
Kristersson’s comments come in the wake of widespread concerns about the integrity of the parliamentary elections held in Georgia. He emphasized that everything indicates the elections were not conducted properly.
“It is extremely alarming that a government under Russian influence is doing everything possible to halt the rapprochement with Europe, which is the will of the people. This must have consequences. We cannot cooperate with a government that opposes everything we stand for,” he stated.
The Prime Minister also highlighted similar issues observed in recent elections in Moldova, noting that both countries are caught in the middle of a conflict between Russian influence and European democratic aspirations.
“Everything also indicates large-scale violations. These are two countries that are now in the midst of a war between Russian influence and European, democratic influence. I would say this is extremely worrying,” he remarked.
Kristersson expressed concern that the situation in Georgia could evolve into a scenario similar to that of Belarus.
“I am concerned that we could see a situation in Georgia similar to what is happening in Belarus. Russia’s ambition to halt rapprochement with Europe has been ongoing for a long time. This is not a traditional military war, but a hybrid war against these countries, which makes it truly dangerous,” he concluded.
