WEB-GEORGIA-VOTE

Georgia's pro-Western President Mikhail Saakashvili has been re-elected without needing a second round, with European observers deeming the election free and fair. Despite calls for all political actors to respect the election's legitimacy, opposition parties have not complied. Thousands of demonstrators rallied around opposition leader Levan Gachechiladze, who demands a second round, claiming victory. The demonstration ended peacefully, unlike previous clashes. Georgia's next political test will be the parliamentary elections in the spring.

What percentage of votes did opposition leader Levan Gachechiladze receive?

What is the next significant political event for Georgia mentioned in the text?