US Sanctions Georgia's Bidzina Ivanishvili for Undermining Democracy
The Biden administration has sanctioned Bidzina Ivanishvili, founder of Georgia's ruling party, over actions that jeopardize the nation's democracy and Euro-Atlantic ties.
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The Biden administration has imposed sanctions on Bidzina Ivanishvili, founder of Georgia's ruling party, for undermining the country's democratic aspirations and aligning with Russia. This move follows escalating concerns about the authoritarian drift of Georgian Dream and ongoing violent repression of dissent. Recent parliamentary elections have been marred by allegations of fraud, and the government's decision to suspend EU accession talks has sparked widespread public protests. The U.S. reiterates its commitment to supporting democracy and human rights in the region against growing Russian influence.
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