2025 Abkhazian Presidential Elections
Moscow-backed Gunba wins Abkhazia’s runoff presidential election
There were numerous reports of disturbances, some of them violent, as voting concluded on 1 March.
There were numerous reports of disturbances, some of them violent, as voting concluded on 1 March.
Critics allege Russia is attempting to promote the candidacy of former Vice President Badra Gunba.
The second round of voting between Badra Gunba and Ardgur Ardzinba will take place within the next two weeks.
While the five candidates differ on domestic politics, they all broadly remain in favour of continuing Abkhazia’s pro-Russian orientation.