On April 8, Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze declared that Kaja Kallas, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, would not be allowed to intimidate Georgia or undermine its national interests. He also ruled out extraordinary elections and confirmed preparations for upcoming local elections.

In his remarks, Kaladze criticized Brussels’ disapproval of the legislative direction pursued by the ruling Georgian Dream party. He stressed that Georgia’s leadership would not permit the country’s interests to be "trampled on" by foreign figures, specifically naming Kaja Kallas. "Let them not try to scare us with sanctions—neither Kaja Kallas nor anyone else will be given the chance to override Georgia’s interests," he asserted.

Kaladze insisted that Kallas "cannot dictate to the Georgian people" and cautioned against efforts to impose foreign influence on the country. He argued that such tactics might succeed elsewhere but would fail in Georgia, adding that "Kaja Kallas and similar officials, along with radicals and so-called political parties, are in the minority." He underscored that the Georgian people overwhelmingly support Georgian Dream – Democratic Georgia.

On the political timeline, Kaladze dismissed calls for extraordinary parliamentary elections, affirming that the next parliamentary vote would occur in 2028, as outlined in the Georgian Constitution. He highlighted the ruling party’s focus on the upcoming local elections, promising a thorough campaign. "We will cover every district, city, and village—reaching even the level of polling stations," he said.

Kaladze also downplayed the opposition’s chances, claiming they have "zero prospect" of success in either local or parliamentary contests. Labeling them "enemies" and "agents," he predicted a strong public rejection: "The people of our country will deliver a fitting response to all traitors and agents in both parliamentary and local elections," he concluded.