Thousands of Georgians protested in Tbilisi, creating a massive human chain against the upcoming presidential inauguration.
The controversial election of Mikheil Kavelashvili, a Georgian Dream ally, has sparked widespread outrage and rejection by opposition groups.
President Salome Zourabichvili refuses to step down, deeming the election illegitimate and highlighting concerns of authoritarianism.
This political showdown raises serious questions about Georgia's future, its pro-Western stance, and its path toward EU membership.