Mikheil Kavelashvili's appointment as president comes amidst 17 days of protests in Georgia, with opposition groups rejecting the legitimacy of recent elections and boycotting parliament.
Georgia's outgoing president condemned Kavelashvili's election as a travesty, defending her role as the only legitimate leader in the face of the ruling party's actions.
Protests erupted following the government's decision to halt EU accession negotiations until 2028, with citizens chanting for new elections and displaying EU flags in solidarity.
Prime Minister Kobakhidze characterized Zourabichvili as a former leader whose public support has waned, emphasizing the strength and control of Georgia's state institutions.
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