Israeli Embassy plants olive garden in Tbilisi to honour “deep bond” with Georgia, October 7 rescuers

An olive tree garden was planted near the Bridge of Peace in Georgia’s capital Tbilisi on Tuesday to honour the “deep bond” between the two countries and to commemorate the actions of Israelis who risked their lives saving others during terrorists attacks on October 7 last year, the Israeli Embassy said on Tuesday.

The garden was unveiled during a ceremony dedicated to the 76th anniversary of the founding of Israel, which was attended by Vladimir Konstantinidi, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, members of Georgian Parliament, representatives of civil society, diplomatic corps and other guests.

Hadas Meitzad, the Israeli Ambassador to the country, emphasised the “Israeli spirit of heroism and resilience, reflected not only in battles but also in reconstruction projects aimed at prosperity and progress”, while commenting on the ongoing armed conflict between Israel and Hamas and “anxious wait for all the hostages to be returned home”.

The Ambassador also highlighted the “unwavering support” of political leaders of Georgia and the public towards Israel.

Konstantinidi once again confirmed Georgia's “solidarity to Israel and the long-lasting friendship” between the states.

The Embassy also said guests for the ceremony also included Moran Ben Yishai and Yair Moses, children of Gadi Moses, a member of Kibbutz Nir Oz who was abducted during the attack.

It added Gadi, an expert in agricultural training, had visited Georgia “numerous times” to assist local farmers in enhancing productivity and advancing agricultural development, with some of his Georgian colleagues present at the event.