Lithuanian Foreign Ministry condemns Georgia's local elections as unfair

The Lithuanian Foreign Ministry has issued a statement regarding the local elections held in Georgia on October 4, 2025, which resulted in significant protests and low voter turnout. The ministry criticized the ruling party, Georgian Dream, for failing to ensure that the elections met international standards and for not being recognized as free and fair.

In its statement, Lithuania condemned the provocations and violence directed at Georgian citizens who are advocating for democracy, the rule of law, and a European future for Georgia. The ministry expressed its continued support for the Georgian struggle, asserting that democracy will prevail over autocracy and that freedom will triumph over repression.

This statement follows a backdrop of ongoing political tensions in Georgia, where the Georgian Dream Party has faced criticism and protests from various groups. For further context on the political climate in Georgia, see previous reports related to the party"s challenges.