Mikheil Saakashvili is a Georgian politician and former president of Georgia. He served as president from 2004 to 2013, after leading the Rose Revolution, which aimed to end corruption and promote democratic reforms. Saakashvili is known for his pro-Western stance and efforts to integrate Georgia into NATO and the European Union. After his presidency, Saakashvili faced legal challenges and lived in exile for several years. He returned to Georgia in 2021 and was arrested on charges related to abuse of power during his time in office. His political career has been marked by both significant reforms and controversies.