Is Georgia the Next Ukraine? Election Interference Goes Global!

Election interference—it’s a loaded phrase, but it’s one that keeps popping up, especially when foreign powers show a little too much interest in another country’s political scene. Right now, Georgia is facing that very reality. Political delegates from Germany, France, Poland, Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Sweden, and Finland have shown up to join protests in Tbilisi, Georgia. These officials aren’t just casual visitors; their presence signals that the stakes in Georgia’s elections are big, and their involvement could reshape the country’s future.

Now, let’s not forget that this isn’t the first time we’ve seen such a thing. Back in 2013 and 2014, Ukraine was under the world’s microscope. Western support for protests and the fall of a pro-Russian government led to a massive shift in power, not to mention increased tensions with Moscow that persist today. To many, Georgia is beginning to look like Ukraine did a decade ago—a battleground where international interests and local desires clash.

So, what’s the bottom line? The situation in Georgia raises big questions: What role should foreign delegates play in another nation’s elections? How does international support impact a movement's legitimacy? These questions are at the heart of today’s conversation on election interference. The presence of these European delegates could be seen as a show of support for democracy, or it might be another example of powerful players influencing outcomes that should be decided solely by the people of Georgia.

Whatever side you fall on, one thing is clear: Georgia’s future is at a crossroads, and the whole world is watching closely.