Salome Samadashvili stated that Hungary may no longer have veto power in the European Union, and the European Parliament, she believes, will state firmly in its resolution that new elections will be a prerequisite for "Georgian Dream" to avoid even harsher consequences
Salome Samadashvili stated that, apart from Hungary, "Georgian Dream" has no reliable allies. She emphasized that Orban has no ideological connection with "Georgian Dream"; instead, they share intertwined corrupt interests. She suggested that Hungary may lose its veto power and that sanctions could be imposed collectively. She also noted that the European Union is preparing for further actions, and this will be reflected in a resolution to be approved by the European Parliament in Strasbourg later this week.
Samadashvili highlighted that the loss of the unique opportunity for Georgia’s EU membership is alarming, especially when comparing Georgia's situation with Moldova, which is receiving significant EU support and prioritizing quick membership. She criticized the Georgian government's failure, under Bidzina Ivanishvili's rule, to be a part of the EU’s enlargement process. She emphasized that the regime needs to end quickly to avoid worse consequences for the country.
She mentioned that the EU is actively working on leverage options to sanction the regime and its representatives. However, Hungary's ability to veto sanctions remains a technical issue, although alternative measures are being considered, including treating Ivanishvili’s regime as a human rights violator. Samadashvili expressed optimism that the situation would change after the elections in Germany, which play a significant role in EU decisions.
Regarding the "Gakharia for Georgia" party's members retaining their mandates in Parliament, Samadashvili questioned why they are holding onto their positions if they believe new elections are necessary. She pointed out that the current government has 89 seats in Parliament, and Gakharia’s party helps maintain its functional majority, raising questions about their true intentions.
She concluded that the opposition needs to unite and pressure the regime both domestically and internationally. She expressed confidence that a unified strategy would lead to results, especially on the international front, where they are successfully working together.
