Georgian PM highlights Russian occupation as “main challenge” on anniversary of 2008 aggression
In his message, Garibashvili noted the date carried a “special importance for every citizen" of the country. Photo: Government Administration
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Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili on Tuesday highlighted the occupation of Georgian territories by Russia remained the “main challenge” for the sovereignty and further development of the country, in remarks over the 15th anniversary of the 2008 invasion of Georgia by Russia and the war between the two states.
In his message, Garibashvili noted the date carried a “special importance for every citizen" of the country.
The Russian military aggression resulted in massive human casualties, forced displacement of civilians and temporary occupation of our territories, which remains as the main challenge for the sovereignty and further development of our country”, Garibashvili said.
Garibashvili stressed his Government remained committed to peaceful restoration of territorial integrity and reunification.
We are driven by the unshakable belief that a peaceful, united, strong, developed Georgia is the best prospect for Georgians, Ossetians, Abkhazians, and all the people living on our land", he pointed out.
The Government head concluded by pledging his team was "doing everything to make this goal a reality soon".