On September 15, Kakha Kaladze, the Mayor of Tbilisi, stated that the OSCE/ODIHR observation mission would not participate in the upcoming parliamentary elections in Georgia.

During his remarks, Kaladze recalled that in the previous elections, the organization’s representatives "fell victim to bullying, insults, and pressure" and therefore no longer wished to come to Georgia.

He emphasized, "The OSCE/ODIHR observation mission was subjected to such strong bullying and pressure during the parliamentary elections that they no longer have the desire to come. I think that they will not participate in the next parliamentary elections either."

Kaladze noted that harsh and unfair statements had been made against the observers not only by the local opposition but also by foreign political circles, including certain European parliamentarians and high-ranking officials.

He added that although the government had sent an official invitation to the observers, it was clear in advance that they would not attend.