The News in Brief
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Prepared by Messenger Staff
Georgian Citizen Illegally Detained by Occupation Forces Near Akhalgori
A Georgian citizen has been illegally detained by representatives of the occupation regime near the occupied territory of Akhalgori, according to a statement from the State Security Service of Georgia.
In response to the incident, the State Security Service immediately activated the hotline operated by the EU Monitoring Mission. The incident was also promptly reported to the co-chairs of the international discussions in Geneva and to other international partners.
The State Security Service emphasized that all available mechanisms are being employed to secure the swift release of the detained Georgian citizen. The situation remains under close scrutiny, with ongoing efforts to resolve the matter as quickly as possible.
Mdinaradze: External Actors Must Respect Georgia's Sovereignty and People's Choices
Mamuka Mdinaradze, executive secretary of the Georgian Dream party, spoke at a regional election campaign event in Mtskheta, emphasizing the need for Georgia to maintain its independence and identity.
"We must survive physically, spiritually, and continue our progress toward Europe with peace, dignity, and the preservation of our Georgian identity and faith," Mdinaradze said.
He asserted that it is crucial for external actors to respect Georgia's sovereignty and the choices of its people. "We must show the whole world that it is impossible to rule a patriotic Georgian from outside," he said.
Mdinaradze also warned against those who betray their country for personal gain, suggesting they are likely to betray their allies as well. "A man who sells his country will also sell its master, and will do so at the first opportunity," he stated.
Georgian Citizen Illegally Detained by Occupation Forces Near Akhalgori
In response to the incident, the State Security Service immediately activated the hotline operated by the EU Monitoring Mission. The incident was also promptly reported to the co-chairs of the international discussions in Geneva and to other international partners.
The State Security Service emphasized that all available mechanisms are being employed to secure the swift release of the detained Georgian citizen. The situation remains under close scrutiny, with ongoing efforts to resolve the matter as quickly as possible.
Mdinaradze: External Actors Must Respect Georgia's Sovereignty and People's Choices
"We must survive physically, spiritually, and continue our progress toward Europe with peace, dignity, and the preservation of our Georgian identity and faith," Mdinaradze said.
He asserted that it is crucial for external actors to respect Georgia's sovereignty and the choices of its people. "We must show the whole world that it is impossible to rule a patriotic Georgian from outside," he said.
Mdinaradze also warned against those who betray their country for personal gain, suggesting they are likely to betray their allies as well. "A man who sells his country will also sell its master, and will do so at the first opportunity," he stated.