Tensions Rise in Eastern Europe as Opposition Boycotts Parliamentary Sessions
Following controversial elections, both Georgia and Serbia experience political unrest with boycotts and protests against ruling parties.
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Updated: Nov 25th, 2024, 2:29 PM ET
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The newly elected parliaments in Georgia and Serbia are marked by opposition boycotts and protests. In Georgia, the ruling Georgian Dream party faced accusations of rigging elections amid heavy public dissent, while in Serbia, scuffles erupted as opposition sought accountability for a deadly rail station collapse. Protests and disputes reflect rising tensions against authoritative governance in both countries, raising questions about democratic processes and foreign influence.
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