Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili on Monday condemned the recent “terrorist attack” organised by Palestinian terrorist organisation Hamas on Israel in a meeting with the country’s Ambassador to Georgia Hadas Meitzad in Tbilisi.
Garibashvili sent his condolences over those killed in the series of attacks launched on October 7, and the subsequent confrontation, the Government press office said.
For her part, the diplomat briefed the Georgian official about ongoing developments in the Hamas-Israeli conflict.
I strongly condemn terrible terrorists attack on the state of Israel and Israeli citizens, the loss of lives, and serious injuries to many. Heartfelt condolences to the Government and People of the State of Israel, wishing speedy recovery to all those injured.
— Irakli Garibashvili (@GharibashviliGe) October 7, 2023
Israel has confirmed the death of more than 1,300 in Hamas' attack and ongoing rocket fire from the Gaza Strip controlled by the group, including at least 276 troops, while more than 3,200 others have been injured, according to latest figures.
Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 2,750 people and injured at least 9,700 in Gaza, Palestinian officials said on Monday.