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Georgia's Ruling Party Moves to Ban Opposition Groups

10/29/2025

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Georgian Dream filed a constitutional case to ban the United National Movement (UNM), Coalition for Change, and Lelo – Strong Georgia, announced by Speaker Shalva Papuashvili.
Opposition leaders condemned the move, saying it undermines democracy and signals fear of pro-Western forces.
Analysts warn the action could entrench the ruling party's power and threaten political pluralism.
The development raises questions about Georgia's democratic institutions and its political future.

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Georgian Dream filed a constitutional case to ban the United National Movement (UNM), Coalition for Change, and Lelo – Strong Georgia, announced by Speaker Shalva Papuashvili.
Opposition leaders condemned the move, saying it undermines democracy and signals fear of pro-Western forces.
Analysts warn the action could entrench the ruling party's power and threaten political pluralism.
The development raises questions about Georgia's democratic institutions and its political future.