Peace is of critical importance to both Georgians and Abkhazians, – Georgian Prime Minister Giorgi Gakharia told the press after having laid a wreath at the Memorial of Those Fallen for the Territorial Integrity of Georgia, to commemorate the day Sokhumi fell.

According to the Head of Government, this day is most difficult and painful for every citizen of today’s Georgia.

“For all citizens of today’s Georgia, regardless of their age, this day, September 27, marks the day when Sokhumi fell 26 years ago. Of course, both we and Abkhazians have learned a lot and have grown since. We share many bonds, and what binds us is the understanding and acknowledgment that the war was the most devastating tragedy. And that is the foundation allowing us to say that peace is critically important to both Georgians and Abkhazians. Consequently, it is important for every citizen to understand that war is not a solution, and that tireless efforts 24/7 building the country and democratic institutions, and a strong and unified Georgia is what we must serve together.”, – Giorgi Gakharia said.

Twenty-six years passed after the fall of Sokhumi. Georgia commemorates the 26th anniversary of fall of Sokhumi.