Georgia delays EU bid until 2028 amid post-election crisis

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze said that while Tbilisi remains committed to its goal of European Union membership, it will not pursue accession until 2028, accusing Brussels of "blackmail".

The announcement came hours after the European Parliament adopted a non-binding resolution rejecting the results of Georgia's October 26 parliamentary elections due to "significant irregularities".