Tens of thousands gathered in Tbilisi's city centre to celebrate the New Year with a massive display of unity amid ongoing political protests. A huge table symbolizing solidarity was set up near the Georgian Parliament as pro-European demonstrators continued their opposition to the newly sworn-in President Mikheil Kavelashvili. Former President Salome Zourabichvili’s presence was met with cheers, underscoring the divide over Georgia's suspended EU integration efforts and the legitimacy of the current government.